Business Details
Trusted Hepatitis C Treatment & Support in Oakland
At OASIS Clinic, we are dedicated to providing high-quality medical care and educational resources to underserved communities, with a focus on hepatitis C treatment and addiction medicine. Our mission is rooted in addressing healthcare disparities through clinical innovation, community outreach, and strategic partnerships with organizations like the CDC and NIDA. With decades of combined experience, our team of medical professionals and peer educators delivers compassionate care to medically marginalized populations, including individuals with long-term substance abuse histories.We specialize in integrated treatment models that address co-infections, mental health, and social determinants of health. Our authority in hepatitis C care is reinforced by collaborations with leading institutions and participation in groundbreaking research studies. We prioritize trustworthiness through free confidential testing, transparent communication, and patient-centered services that empower individuals to take control of their health.
Services
Hepatitis C Treatment
HIV Care & Support
Addiction Medicine
Peer Education Programs
Medical Research Studies
Free Testing Services
Support Groups
Patient Education Materials
Community Outreach
Preceptorship Training
Highlights and features
- We specialize in hepatitis C treatment for medically marginalized populations
- Our team includes addiction medicine specialists and peer educators with lived experience
- We offer free confidential testing and walk-in services
- We partner with CDC, NIDA, and academic institutions for clinical research
- Our preceptorship programs train future medical professionals in underserved care
Services
Hepatitis C Treatment
We provide comprehensive hepatitis C treatment for patients regardless of transmission history. Our clinic offers free confidential testing, medical consultations, and tailored treatment plans. With expertise in managing complex cases including co-infections and cirrhosis, our medical team delivers care that addresses both viral hepatitis and associated psychosocial needs.
Addiction Medicine
Our specialized addiction medicine services address substance abuse histories alongside hepatitis C treatment. We offer buprenorphine therapy, methadone maintenance support, and harm reduction strategies. Our approach integrates behavioral health services with medical treatment to improve outcomes for patients with long-term substance use disorders and co-occurring infections.
Peer Education Programs
We deliver peer-led education through outreach programs and weekly support groups. Our peer educators provide hepatitis C awareness training, testing linkage, and treatment navigation. With lived experience in addiction recovery and healthcare advocacy, our educators help patients understand their diagnosis and access appropriate care resources.
Medical Research Studies
We conduct innovative research on hepatitis C treatment efficacy and neuropsychiatric effects of interferon therapy. Our studies focus on underserved populations including transplant-ineligible patients and those undergoing medication-assisted treatment. Participation provides access to cutting-edge therapies while advancing medical understanding of viral hepatitis management.
Preceptorship Training
Our preceptorship program trains future healthcare providers through hands-on experience with marginalized populations. Medical students from UCSF and UC Berkeley learn patient-centered care approaches for underserved communities. This training helps reshape medical education by emphasizing compassionate care for patients traditionally excluded from healthcare systems.
People
Diana Sylvestre
Executive Director
Harvard-trained addiction medicine specialist and UCSF Clinical Professor. Leads hepatitis C research for addicted patients and recipient of California Society of Addiction Medicine's Vernelle Fox Award.
Orlando Chavez
Senior Peer Educator
Organizes hepatitis/HIV outreach programs and advocates for testing access. Serves on HEPPAC and Berkeley Free Clinic boards while leading strategic planning initiatives for community health organizations.
Martha Williams
Peer Educator
Founding member of Hep C Free Oakland and United for Drug Policy Reform. Recipient of Daniel R. Keenan award for healthcare advocacy with marginalized patient populations through grassroots organizing efforts.
Peter Howe
Peer Educator
Directs volunteer services and leads hepatitis C education programs. Facilitates weekly support groups and provides direct patient education during clinic hours for treatment navigation support.
Chris McNeil
Media Director
Full-time graphic designer and videographer creating patient education materials and public service campaigns. Manages clinic website development and outreach literature design for health awareness initiatives.
Questions
Do you offer free hepatitis C testing?
Yes, we provide free confidential hepatitis C testing for all patients regardless of insurance status.
What treatment options are available?
We offer comprehensive hepatitis C treatment including therapies for patients with cirrhosis and co-infections.
Are support groups available?
Yes, weekly support groups include free lunch and feature peer educator assistance for patient questions.
Do I need medical records for treatment?
Bringing previous medical records and medication lists helps our clinicians create better treatment plans.
Where is the clinic located?
Our current location is 520 27th St, Oakland, CA 94612, near our former Telegraph Avenue address.
Reviews (1)
Zoe R.
Apr 11, 2022
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I got treated for my Hep C through Kaiser, but my education and support came from OASIS Clinic. Such an incredible place with incredible people. Dr. Sylvestry knows her stuff, Harvard educated, and certainly isn't just in it for the money.
