The Good Shepherd Community Clinic, Inc.
Free/Community Clinic • Ardmore, OK • Since 1996
About
The Good Shepherd Community Clinic, Inc. is a nonprofit medical practice based in Ardmore, Oklahoma, established in 1996. It operates as a federal tort claims act (FTCA) deemed facility and provides medical care to uninsured or underinsured patients, prioritizing the working poor and those lacking healthcare access. The organization emphasizes whole-patient, trauma-informed care and aims to improve health outcomes. Key facts: - Type: Nonprofit medical practice - Headquarters: Ardmore, OK - Founded: 1996 - Locations: 2 offices in Ardmore, OK (HQ: 20 12th Ave NW; another office at 1104 Walnut Dr) - Industry codes: SIC 80, 804; NAICS 62, 621 - Staff: ~11 employees - Homepage: buildinghealthypeople.org - Aliases: Good Shepherd Community Clinic, Inc.; Good Shepherd Community Clinic - LinkedIn presence: company page with ongoing activity (jobs postings noted)
Clinic Type
Free/Community Clinic
Address
20 12th Ave NW, Ardmore, Oklahoma 73401, US
Phone
580.826.3575
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
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Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
FAQs
Available at https://www.buildinghealthypeople.org/faqs
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Google Play Store (App): 4.3 out of 5 stars (6 reviews)
- Indeed (Employee Reviews): 4.3 out of 5 stars (11 reviews)
- Charity Navigator: Four-Star Rating (95%) (N/A (Financial/Accountability Rating))
Patients praise
- Exceptional care and compassion from providers and some staff
- Affordable services and medications
- Welcoming atmosphere for many patients
- Helpful, knowledgeable staff noted in some feedback
Common complaints
- Difficulties with phone communication (not answering, voicemail not returned)
- Long wait times for appointments and care
- Administrative issues (e.g., incorrect paperwork, delays)
- Perceived unfriendly staff demeanor in some instances
"My complaint is because of the receptionist/ individuals responsible for answering phones. They are closed 12-1 for lunch. They start not answering the phones around 11. An hour before their lunch time. They won’t answer a phone again until 1:30 at the soonest."
— LocalityBiz Patient Review"My two young children see Dr LANCARTE. He has treated us wonderful and so have his nurses."
— LocalityBiz Patient ReviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Good Shepherd Free Medical Clinic celebrates 30 years of service – The Laurens County Advertiser — Jan 13, 2026
- Fox returns home to help continue Mountain Hope Good Shepherd Clinic's faith-based mission | News | themountainpress.com — Jul 10, 2026
- Faith leaders unite to tackle impact of Big, Beautiful Bill's health program cuts — Jul 16, 2025
- Good Shepherd Hospice celebrates ribbon cutting in Duncan
- Good Shepherd Community Health Foundation Opens Spring 2026 Grant Cycle to Support the Health of the Community - Northeast Oregon Now — Jan 26, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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