SHEPHERDS CLINIC INC
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Mission Statement
Shepherd's Clinic provides comprehensive health care for those who cannot afford commercial insurance, yet do not qualify for government assistance.
About This Cause
Since 1991, Shepherd’s Clinic has been an innovator in providing healthcare to uninsured adults in Baltimore. The need for the Clinic’s services remains critical. Baltimore City residents are often faced with systemic disparities and health inequalities that negatively impact their health and wellbeing. Violence, behavioral health problems and chronic disease all play a part in Baltimore City being ranked lowest for overall health in Maryland. The prevalence of chronic disease and risks for adverse complications are even greater among low-income and minority populations. Most of the Clinic’s patients fall at or under 200% of the federal poverty level. Approximately 85% of our patients are diagnosed with multiple chronic diseases and two-thirds identify as Black/African American. By providing health and wellness services for patients and their families, Shepherd’s Clinic eliminates the financial burden of health care and thus the barriers to seeking care and complying with ongoing health management guidance. Our facility houses medical, behavioral health, and wellness services. The Clinic addresses chronic diseases that impact patients, such as diabetes and hypertension. Preventative care (annual exams, lab work, cervical cancer screening, and vaccines) and GYN services are also available. Specialty, diagnostic and surgical services are provided, without charge, through our partnership with MedStar Health. The Behavioral Health Program assesses patients’ mental health needs, provides psychotherapy, psychiatry services, case management resources, and psychoeducation sessions. Our Joy Wellness Center offers complimentary services that work in conjunction with medical and behavioral care. The Center offers a variety of volunteer-run classes, including weight management, diabetes management, yoga, massage, acupuncture, nutrition classes, movement and stress reduction, and smoking cessation. Our holistic and integrative approach has proven to be effective in helping to achieve our patients’ health and wellness goals.