Our Volunteers

The clinic is operated by community volunteers including physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, assistants, pharmacists, pharmacy techs, nutritionists/dieticians, physical therapists, X-Ray technicians, business people and volunteers of all skills. There is a minimum paid staff to provide ongoing coordination of the volunteers.

Interested in volunteering? Retired physicians, nurses, dentists, social workers, pharmacists and others — you can make a difference! Medical professionals who volunteer their time and skills often feel they get more out of the experience than they give.

Here's why:

• The patient-focused environment at VIM Clinics is rarely found in todays' fast-paced, cost-conscious primary care practices.
• Our patients have had little or no access to health care. They need care and show their appreciation to those who volunteer to provide it.
• At VIM clinics, volunteer professionals provide service on their terms, in a relaxed, respectful atmosphere.
• Each volunteers time commitment is up to the volunteer. We recommend retired physicians volunteer a minimum of a half-day per week. Some actually choose to provide care every day. Practicing physicians volunteer as much as their schedules permit.
• Physicians schedule their time to maximize continuity of care with patients.
• An esprit de corps among providers makes volunteering fun and supportive.

If you would like to volunteer, please complete the Volunteer Form in the menu on this page.