Primary Goal

Our primary goal at the clinic is, first and foremost, to make quality healthcare a reality for the local underserved populations. This is very true for the Muslim community in Sacramento, which faces several language and cultural barriers in obtaining care in the traditional healthcare system.

Other Goals

Another goal at the Shifa clinic is to educate the community about preventative healthcare measures, as well as the various health resources available in the community. These are both important areas that can make life much easier for patients. Since the Shifa Clinic is student run, there is a focus to provide a strong educational experience for both undergraduate and medical students. This experience is to develop an understanding of healthcare delivery in a community-based setting.

The Shifa Clinic was made possible because people from different backgrounds and walks of life, worked together to make a positive influence on the community in which they live. We hope that the success of the clinic will provide a good example for future community endeavors. We also hope that these active members of society will provide our community with positive role models.