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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Healthcare Partner in South Boston
South Boston Community Health Center has been serving the South Boston community since 1972, providing comprehensive healthcare services to nearly half the population. With over 150 staff members and two modern facilities, including a satellite in the Seaport district, we deliver more than 70,000 service visits annually. Our mission prioritizes accessible, high-quality care for all, regardless of status or ability to pay, with a focus on primary and preventive care. Affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Mass General Brigham, and Tufts Medical Center, we offer Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Behavioral Health, Dental, and specialty services.Recognized by NCQA as a Patient-Centered Medical Home with Distinction in Behavioral Health, we emphasize coordinated, patient-centered care. Our team includes nationally recognized providers and teaching faculty from Boston University School of Medicine. We integrate social services, health insurance assistance, and community programs to address holistic patient needs. Our governance by a community-based board ensures local priorities shape our services. With decades of experience and a commitment to underserved populations, we remain a trusted healthcare leader in South Boston.
Services
Primary Care
Behavioral Health
Dental Services
Eye Care
Cardiology
Pediatrics
Pharmacy
Urgent Care
Mammography
Family Medicine
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer comprehensive primary and specialty care under one roof with over 50 years of community experience.
- Our NCQA-recognized care model ensures coordinated, patient-centered treatment plans.
- Multilingual providers and staff serve diverse patient needs in English, Spanish, and other languages.
- Affiliated with Boston Medical Center for seamless specialty care referrals.
- Embedded social workers and insurance navigators support holistic patient care.
Associations and certifications
- NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home
- NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home with Distinction in Behavioral Health
- Joint Commission
What people say
Excellent staff
Little wait time
Thorough care
Attentive providers
Personalized service
Services
Primary Care
Our Primary Care services provide lifelong health management for all ages, from newborns to seniors. We offer preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute illness treatment through personalized care plans. Our team includes board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners trained in comprehensive wellness strategies.
Behavioral Health
Integrated Behavioral Health services address mental health and substance use disorders through individual therapy, medication management, and crisis intervention. Our specialists collaborate with primary care providers to ensure holistic treatment for conditions like anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders.
Dental Services
We provide adult dental care including cleanings, restorative treatments, and oral cancer screenings. Our dentists offer preventive care and complex procedures like root canals and dentures, with bilingual providers available to serve diverse patient needs.
Eye Care
Comprehensive eye exams and vision care for adults and children are available through our optometry department. Services include glasses/contact lens prescriptions, glaucoma screening, and pediatric vision testing with specialized equipment and experienced practitioners.
Cardiology
On-site cardiology consultations address heart health through diagnostic testing and treatment planning. Our specialists manage conditions like hypertension and valvular disease, working closely with primary care providers for coordinated cardiovascular care.
People
William J. Halpin, Jr.
Chief Executive Officer
Leading SBCHC since 2002, Mr. Halpin brings 30+ years of healthcare administration experience. He oversees strategic growth while maintaining community-focused care principles established in 1972.
Nisha Thakrar, MD
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Thakrar directs clinical operations with expertise in primary care innovation. She holds faculty appointments at Boston University School of Medicine and specializes in improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices.
Cierra Virtue, MD
Family Medicine Physician
Board-certified in Family Medicine, Dr. Virtue provides comprehensive care with special interests in women's health and pediatric care. She trains future physicians while maintaining active clinical practice.
Kaitlyn Dal Molin, DMD
General Dentist
Dr. Dal Molin specializes in adult dental care, emphasizing preventive strategies and patient education. She received advanced training in aesthetic dentistry at the University of Connecticut.
Zachary Slepchuk, OD
Optometrist
Dr. Slepchuk manages ocular diseases and provides comprehensive vision care. His training includes specialty experience in diabetic eye disease and neuro-optometry through VA residencies.
Questions
Does SBCHC accept my insurance?
We accept all major insurance plans including MassHealth, Medicare, and commercial providers. Contact our insurance specialists for verification.
Can non-patients access specialty services?
Eye Care, Mammography, WIC, and Urgent Care services are available to non-patients. Other specialties require primary care provider affiliation.
How do I transfer prescriptions to SBCHC Pharmacy?
Bring your current prescription container or call 617-638-8810. Our pharmacy team will coordinate transfer with your previous provider.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Primary care hours are Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM. Limited urgent care hours available evenings and weekends at our Seaport location.
How does SBCHC support patient education?
We provide detailed explanations, visual aids, and take-home materials. Providers spend extra time ensuring patients understand treatment plans and preventive care strategies.
What languages are supported at SBCHC?
We offer services in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, French, and Gujarati with bilingual providers and interpreter services available.
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