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"After 20 years of living in Kenya, Africa, our family moved to Joplin. As an RN myself, I knew my medical symptoms needed attention. Being new in town and yet to be established in a medical insurance plan, I had no idea where to go. My mother had heard of the 'Community Clinic' through her church and suggested she take me there. We were met outside in the parking lot by none other than the preacher from the church.
The kindness shown to me throughout the process of registering, intake, refreshment, seeing the physician, having the blood drawn and the recommended follow-up was outstanding. Everyone was treated with dignity irrespective of financial, educational or social standing. After years of serving as a nurse in Africa, and currently serving as the Medical Services Director at Life Choices, it is good to stop and reflect on the importance of having medical services available to everyone no matter what the circumstances.
"The Community Clinic of Joplin has helped many through the years. As a member of the medical community, working with clients at Life Choices, it is exciting to network and send clients needing services beyond our scope of care to the Community Clinic. First hand experience with the care and excellence given by the Community Clinic, personally and professionally, gives great assurance as we partner to provide medical care to those in need."
Karolyn Schrage, R.N.
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