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Volunteer Spotlight: Kelli Parker

Nov 2, 2023 Comments Off on Volunteer Spotlight: Kelli Parker
November 30 @ 6:27 pm

Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic, a free clinic in Charleston, SC, likes to shine a spotlight on our exceptional volunteers! From medical staff to voluntary administration, BIFMC is able to provide a warm, caring and expert primary medical home to hundreds of uninsured patients. The residents and workers of our Lowcountry community are cared for and kept healthy due to the commitment of our volunteers. This month, we celebrate Kelli Parker! Kelli helps the Clinic with many office responsibilities and the front reception desk.

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Meet Emma: BIFMC’s AmeriCorps Student Intern!

Oct 12, 2023 Comments Off on Meet Emma: BIFMC’s AmeriCorps Student Intern!
November 30 @ 6:27 pm

AmeriCorps student intern Emma Bryan recently joined the Clinic as part of Access Clinical Education Program (ACEP). This clinical training opportunity will allow for current medical students and aspiring nurse practitioners to work one on one with Clinic volunteer physicians and nurses while serving a low-income population, gaining both technical skills…

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Upcoming Event: Fashion for a Cause!

Sep 28, 2023 Comments Off on Upcoming Event: Fashion for a Cause!
November 30 @ 6:27 pm

A Day to Look Good – and Feel Even Better. BIFMC’S Annual Fashion for a Cause and Sip n Shop will take place from 11am -2pm on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at The River Course Ballroom on Kiawah Island. This annual event features a sip & shop, live runway event and fashion…

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A Dynamic Warm Up for Dynamic Living!

Jul 25, 2023 Comments Off on A Dynamic Warm Up for Dynamic Living!
November 30 @ 6:27 pm

Hi! My name is Melissa Frank and I am the new Executive Director of Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic. I am so excited to be a part of such an amazing organization, and am eager to help expand our services to provide uninsured, low income adults the health care that everyone deserves…

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BIFMC Receives $50,000 Grant Award from The Leon Levine Foundation

Jun 13, 2023 Comments Off on BIFMC Receives $50,000 Grant Award from The Leon Levine Foundation
November 30 @ 6:27 pm

Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic is thrilled to announce that it has been selected as one of The Leon Levine Foundation (TLLF) Grant recipients for 2023, receiving a grant award of $50,000.

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BIFMC to Appoint Melissa Frank As Executive Director

Jun 1, 2023 Comments Off on BIFMC to Appoint Melissa Frank As Executive Director
November 30 @ 6:27 pm

BIFMC is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Melissa Frank as incoming Executive Director, effective June 30, 2023.

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BIFMC Receives Gold Star Rating from National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics

Jun 1, 2023 Comments Off on BIFMC Receives Gold Star Rating from National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics
November 30 @ 6:27 pm

BIFMC is excited to have consistently received this top rating, highlighting our commitment to providing quality care for our patients.

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BIFMC Recieves Over $130,000 from Bishop Gadsden Charitable Fund

Feb 28, 2023 Comments Off on BIFMC Recieves Over $130,000 from Bishop Gadsden Charitable Fund
November 30 @ 6:27 pm

Johns Island, SC, February 26, 2023 – Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic is thrilled to announce that it has been selected as a recipient of a 2022 Bishop Gadsden Charitable Fund Grant, receiving an award of $130,500. The generous gift from the Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community will enhance Barrier…

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Announcing the Retirement of Clinic Director, Brenda Falls

Jan 10, 2023 Comments Off on Announcing the Retirement of Clinic Director, Brenda Falls
November 30 @ 6:27 pm

January 10th, 2023 Dear Friends and Colleagues, Our esteemed Clinic Director, Brenda Falls, has made the decision to retire effective June 30th, 2023. Brenda has served as our Clinic Director since 2011, overseeing the tremendous growth of the Clinic through many milestones and critical advancements during her long tenure with…

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Coaching for Life: New Diabetic Prevention Program a Game Changer at BIFCM

Dec 6, 2022 Comments Off on Coaching for Life: New Diabetic Prevention Program a Game Changer at BIFCM
November 30 @ 6:27 pm

Margaret Peck, HPEB MPH and volunteer coach at BIFMC, leads the National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP), which has proven to be effective in reducing the incidence of Type 2 diabetes among high risk individuals. Having served as a fitness nutrition coach helping athletes to achieve their health and fitness goals…

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