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Free Medical Clinic • Pontiac, IL • Since 2001
About
Summary: The National Association of Free Clinics (NAFC) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2001 that supports medically underserved people across the U.S. through funding, education and training, advocacy, standards, and disaster relief. It serves the more than 1,200 Free and Charitable Clinics nationwide and operates as the national voice for affordable, quality health care for the underserved. HQ: Alexandria, Virginia. Contact: info@nafcclinics.org; phone (703) 647-7427. Note: The NAFC is the umbrella body for free and charitable clinics, not a direct patient clinic network. For locating a Pontiac-area clinic specifically, you should use the NAFC’s clinic locator or contact their office for assistance locating a nearby free/charitable clinic in Pontiac or the broader Detroit metro area.
Clinic Type
Free Medical Clinic
Address
1800 Diagonal Road, Alexandria, VA 22314, US
Phone
(703) 647-7427
info@nafcclinics.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Birdeye: 4.2 stars (68 reviews)
Patients praise
- Compassionate, professional, and dedicated volunteer staff
- Access to essential free medical, dental, and pharmacy services for the uninsured
- Strong appreciation for the clinic's role in the community and resource provision
Common complaints
- Reports of poor communication and last-minute appointment cancellations
- Concerns regarding professionalism and demeanor of specific staff or volunteers
- Dissatisfaction with dental service availability and follow-up care
"You all treated me with the utmost respect. I really like the kindness."
— Gary Burnstein Community Health Clinic website testimonials"Beyond relieved knowing there is a group of Doctors/Nurses/Staff who are All VOLUNTEERS! Who care enough to Staff a FREE clinic for ANYONE in need... Everyone was kind and pleasant and helpful!"
— Birdeye review"Completely unprofessional, disorganized, possessed a lack of communication, rudeness... this clinic does not keep their word, they will reschedule your appointment the day of..."
— Localitybiz reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Latest News - Gary Burnstein Community Health Clinic — Oct 31, 2024
- Healthcare Resources for People Without Insurance in Metro Detroit - Oakland County Times — Apr 15, 2026
- What is The Safety Net? Here’s How This List of Michigan Health Care Clinics Support the Uninsured — Aug 4, 2025
- End-of-Life Care - Gary Burnstein Community Health Clinic — Nov 6, 2024
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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Gary Burnstein Community Health Clinic is a volunteer-led medical nonprofit based in Pontiac, Michigan. For over 20 years, it has provided free medical, dental, pharmacy, vision, and specialty care (gynecology, cardiology, urology, optometry, podiatry, etc.) plus lab services to uninsured or underinsured residents across all 83 Michigan counties. The clinic operates with a staff of about 27 and a large volunteer base (roughly 700), and is the state's largest free clinic in the Pontiac area. Key leadership includes President Ian Burnstein and Linda Kovan, with CEO Mary Lewis and Executive Director Pam Haratsis. Financials show annual revenue around $2.71 million. Services focus on accessible, compassionate care in a community-oriented setting. Main location: 45580 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48341 (plus additional Pontiac offices).
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