Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center

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Virginia Garcia - Cornelius, Oregon

Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center is a non-profit community health center that provides comprehensive healthcare services to underserved communities in Oregon, United States. The center was established in 1975 in memory of Virginia Garcia, a six-year-old girl who died from an untreated infected cut because her family lacked access to healthcare.

History[edit | edit source]

The Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center was founded by a group of concerned citizens and healthcare professionals in response to the tragic death of Virginia Garcia. The center initially operated out of a three-car garage in Cornelius, Oregon, and has since expanded to multiple locations across Washington County, Oregon and Yamhill County, Oregon.

Services[edit | edit source]

Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center offers a wide range of healthcare services, including:

The center also provides outreach programs to migrant and seasonal farmworkers, ensuring they have access to essential healthcare services.

Locations[edit | edit source]

Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center operates several clinics and service sites, including:

  • Cornelius Wellness Center
  • Hillsboro Clinic
  • Beaverton Clinic
  • McMinnville Clinic
  • Newberg Clinic

Mission and Vision[edit | edit source]

The mission of Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center is to provide high-quality, comprehensive, and culturally appropriate primary healthcare with a special emphasis on those with barriers to receiving care. The vision is to create a healthy community in which all individuals have access to quality healthcare.

Community Impact[edit | edit source]

Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center serves over 45,000 patients annually, many of whom are low-income, uninsured, or underinsured. The center plays a crucial role in improving the health outcomes of the communities it serves by providing accessible and affordable healthcare services.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD