Business Details
30 Years
experience
Emergency
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Comprehensive Healthcare Services in Petaluma, CA
Founded in 1996, Petaluma Health Center operates as a non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to delivering accessible, high-quality healthcare to underserved communities in Sonoma County and West Marin. Our mission prioritizes equitable care for all, guided by core values of excellence, collaboration, trustworthiness, and compassion. Our multidisciplinary team of 120+ healthcare providers specializes in family medicine, dental care, behavioral health, and telehealth services, ensuring comprehensive solutions tailored to individual and community needs. We integrate patient-centered medical homes with innovative programs, fostering holistic wellness through coordinated care and community partnerships. Our commitment to continuous improvement drives us to exceed industry standards in clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and operational transparency. Recognized as a Health Center Program grantee under 42 U.S.C. 254b, we maintain public health service designation under 42 U.S.C. 233(g)-(n).By combining medical expertise with cultural competency, we serve 41,000+ patients annually across 12 community locations. Our team members possess decades of combined experience in primary care, chronic disease management, and preventive health, ensuring evidence-based approaches to patient well-being. Through transparent communication and ethical practices, we prioritize patient education, preventive care, and early intervention strategies. Our leadership team maintains active community engagement to align services with evolving population health needs.
Services
Family Medicine
Dental Care
Behavioral Health
Chiropractic Services
Telehealth Visits
Pediatric Care
Acupuncture
Vision Care
HIV Treatment
School-Based Health
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and behavioral health services under one roof
- Our team includes 120+ experienced healthcare professionals across 12 community locations
- We maintain strict compliance with federal health center quality standards
- Our sliding fee scale ensures affordable care for uninsured and underinsured patients
- We provide same-day appointments and 24-hour physician access for urgent needs
Associations and certifications
- Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
Services
Family Medicine
Our patient-centered medical home model provides comprehensive family healthcare with coordinated treatment plans tailored to individual needs. Primary care physicians work alongside specialists in chronic disease management, preventive care, and urgent medical issues. Patients benefit from same-day appointments, 24-hour provider access, and integrated behavioral health consultations at all primary care locations.
Dental Care
Full-spectrum dental services include preventive care, restorative treatments, and emergency dental care with flexible payment options. Our dental team provides exams, cleanings, fillings, crowns, and extractions while offering sliding fee scale benefits for eligible patients at three accessible locations.
Behavioral Health
Integrated behavioral health services address mental health, substance use disorders, and emotional wellness through collaborative care models. Psychologists, psychiatrists, and social workers provide therapy, medication management, and crisis intervention with same-day access to specialists when needed.
Telehealth
Secure telehealth appointments offer remote access to chronic disease management, mental health counseling, and post-visit follow-ups through user-friendly Webex technology. Patients receive care from home with real-time consultations for conditions including diabetes, hypertension, and anxiety disorders.
School-Based Health
On-site school health services deliver medical, dental, and preventive care directly to students with mobile units serving multiple campuses. These programs reduce access barriers while promoting wellness and academic success through collaborative community partnerships.
People
Carlin Chi
Medical Director, Primary Care
Board-certified family physician with specialized expertise in urban underserved medicine, leading primary care services at Petaluma Health Center since 2018.
Grace Powell
Acupuncturist
Licensed acupuncturist providing integrative pain management and wellness treatments at Point Reyes and Bolinas community clinics with 15 years of clinical experience.
Junn Cho
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry delivering comprehensive vision care at Petaluma Eye Care clinic, specializing in family eye health and diabetic retinopathy screening.
Laura Fannon
Psychologist
Clinical psychologist leading behavioral health initiatives with expertise in trauma-informed care and integrated mental health services for diverse patient populations.
Ramona English
Chief Dental Officer
Dentist with dual language proficiency overseeing dental services, emphasizing preventive care and accessible treatment options for underserved communities.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept Medi-Cal, most private insurance plans, and offer a sliding fee scale for uninsured patients. Our financial counselors can help verify coverage during appointment scheduling.
Are same-day appointments available?
Yes, we offer same-day appointments for urgent medical needs and behavioral health consultations at all primary care locations.
Do you provide care for children?
Our family medicine providers and pediatricians offer comprehensive care for infants, children, and teens at multiple locations including dedicated school-based clinics.
What telehealth services are available?
We offer virtual visits for chronic condition management, mental health counseling, and follow-up appointments through secure Webex video conferencing.
How can I access dental services?
Dental care is available at three locations including our Petaluma and Rohnert Park centers, with emergency treatment for adult patients and pediatric dentistry options.
What are your COVID-19 safety protocols?
We follow current CDC guidelines including enhanced cleaning, mask requirements, and social distancing measures to protect patients and staff during in-person visits.
Reviews (4)
Mandy Currin
Jun 25, 2022
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This used to be a nice place to go and now I can say it is the worst place. I am looking for another doctor. I went in for a few reasons and with out going into to much detail was treated like I was diseased or something and couldn't even get the doctor to look at my infection. I was also bitten by a tick and the doctor didn't look at the bite site when I asked and just dismissed it. I also asked for my iud to be checked couldn't get her to even look at me asked for her to refill prescriptions from the Er and dentist was told I don't think you need them.
So I left and said thank you for not helping me. I will go to the ER. I went to a different doctors office the next day which I had to pay out of pocket because they didn't accept my insurance and they were so nice and helped with all the things that were wrong and removed the iud which was cutting into me and causing a lot of issues. Also put me on antibiotics for the infections and tick bite and some stronger pain meds. Very sad how this facility has gone so far down hill in such a short period of time and there is no compassion for their patients. I felt horrible and was crying when I left there.
So I left and said thank you for not helping me. I will go to the ER. I went to a different doctors office the next day which I had to pay out of pocket because they didn't accept my insurance and they were so nice and helped with all the things that were wrong and removed the iud which was cutting into me and causing a lot of issues. Also put me on antibiotics for the infections and tick bite and some stronger pain meds. Very sad how this facility has gone so far down hill in such a short period of time and there is no compassion for their patients. I felt horrible and was crying when I left there.
Daniel Chewing
Jun 19, 2022
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Can't understand how your health center is open till 4:30 but the only ones there are phone operators, if you are open till 4:30 shouldn't everything including pharmacy be open
Cody Jayne
May 04, 2022
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Very helpful and professional staff. I've chosen my primary care physician from their pool of doctors. They legitimately care for their patients however scheduling appointments can be difficult as they are largely overwhelmed by the illegal immigrant population. Not being racist, it's just a matter of fact with all clinics in California. That and most hospitals are overwhelmed with hypochondriacs during this COVID thing.
Craig H.
Apr 11, 2022
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Good doctors. Good listeners. On time for the most part. It's nice being able to get a lot off medical issues dealt with in one location. Lots of Spanish speakers on staff, although I don't need bilingual services many do.
