Cahaba Medical Care - Bessemer is a nonprofit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in Bessemer, Alabama. It provides comprehensive, affordable primary and specialty care to patients of all ages, regardless of insurance status. The clinic is recognized for its compassionate approach, commitment to education, and service to underserved communities. It is accredited as a Patient-Centered Medical Home and partners with local hospitals for expanded care

• Family medicine and primary care

• Pediatrics

• Prenatal and obstetric care

• Chronic disease management

• Women’s health

• Dermatology/skin care

• Sports and DOT physicals

• Mental health and counseling

• Geriatrics

• Dentistry and oral health

• Preventive care and cancer screenings

• Accredited FQHC and PCMH, ensuring high standards of patient-centered care

• Sliding fee schedule for affordability

• Comprehensive services provided by a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and social workers

Vision 

• Be an incarnation of love, peace, and justice by guiding patients toward physical, mental, and social well-being.

• Serve as a center for transformational medical education and primary care training in rural and international contexts

• Mission 

• Provide high-quality, comprehensive health services to all, regardless of ability to pay.

• Show compassion by ministering the love of Christ and walking in His steps

• Accredited as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) and Joint Commission

• 2024 Leape Ahead Award by the American Association for Physician Leadership for excellence in medical education and physician leadership