What is the Calcasieu Community Clinic?
In 1999, a group of concerned physicians sought to address the needs of the growing population of low-income, working, uninsured persons in Southwest Louisiana. In February 2001, the Calcasieu Community Clinic opened its doors to provide free health care for the first time. After eight years of operation, the clinic, with an unduplicated patient base of 2,100, has provided more than $3.3 million in medical services and pharmaceuticals to the community. Exams and medications are provided on site. Lab tests, mammograms and specialized services, not available at the clinic, are referred out. This is all at no cost to the patient. The 2007 event raised more than $363,000 to help cover the cost of medical services the clinic has provided to the community since its doors opened in 2001. Funds raised for the Community Clinic contribute to patient care and possible expansion of the clinic, to include a pharmacy and larger facility. What is the Foundation? The Calcasieu Medical Society is a non
