Business Details
Comprehensive Healthcare Services in Charleston, SC
Fetter Health Care Network has been a trusted provider of comprehensive healthcare services in the Lowcountry for over five decades. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, we prioritize accessibility and affordability, serving insured, uninsured, and underserved populations across Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, and Dorchester counties. Our multidisciplinary team delivers patient-centered care through medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services, supported by federal funding and Public Health Service protections. We integrate evidence-based practices with community-focused initiatives, including school-based health programs, homeless outreach, and migrant worker support. Our mission emphasizes dignity, respect, and equitable access to care regardless of financial status.With 14 locations and a commitment to eliminating health disparities, we combine clinical excellence with social responsibility to enhance population health. Our board governance ensures alignment with community needs, while our residency programs cultivate future healthcare leaders. From preventive care to chronic disease management, we offer a continuum of services designed to meet diverse patient needs. Our sliding fee discount program and medication delivery service exemplify our dedication to removing barriers to care. Through partnerships and innovative outreach, we remain a progressive model of sustainable, patient-centered healthcare.
Services
Primary Care
Dental Services
Pediatric Care
Women's Health
Behavioral Health
Pharmacy Services
Homeless Outreach
Migrant Health
School-Based Care
Case Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of experience serving Lowcountry communities
- Our team provides integrated medical, dental, and behavioral health services
- Sliding fee discount program ensures affordable care for all patients
- We operate 14 accessible locations across four counties
- Federally Qualified Health Center with federal malpractice protections
What people say
Quality health care
Much-needed services
Compassionate providers
Accessible locations
Dedicated staff
Services
Primary Care
Our primary care services provide comprehensive health maintenance, disease prevention, and chronic condition management for patients of all ages. With family medicine physicians and nurse practitioners, we offer diagnostic testing, immunizations, and preventive screenings. Our team coordinates care with specialists and hospitals to ensure seamless treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Dental Services
Dental care includes preventive, restorative, and cosmetic treatments through our Charleston clinic and mobile dental unit. Services range from routine cleanings and fillings to complex procedures like root canals and dentures. Our focus on preventive care promotes overall health while our sliding fee program makes dental services accessible to all community members.
Pediatric Care
Pediatric services cover well-child visits, developmental assessments, immunizations, and acute care for infants through adolescents. Our providers offer school physicals, asthma screenings, and ADHD evaluations while coordinating with school-based health centers to ensure comprehensive care for Lowcountry youth.
Women's Health
Women's health services include gynecological exams, prenatal care, and cancer screenings at specialized locations. We offer family planning, menopause management, and diagnostic testing with a focus on personalized care. Our upcoming maternal health program will expand support for pregnant patients across the service area.
Behavioral Health
Integrated behavioral health services address mental health conditions and substance use disorders through counseling and medication-assisted treatment. Patients access care after initial primary care visits, ensuring coordinated treatment plans. Our team includes licensed therapists and psychiatric nurse practitioners providing individual and group therapy sessions.
People
Allahna Coggins, MD
Medical Doctor
Board-certified OB-GYN with over a decade of experience, former university professor, and National Health Service Corps scholar. Specializes in women's health and serves as a key provider at Fetter Health Care Network.
Caitlin Briggs, MSN, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner
Certified in adult geriatric and psychiatric mental health care with 12+ years of nursing experience. Provides evidence-based primary and behavioral health services to Lowcountry patients.
Kevin Kumar Patel, MD
Medical Director
Board-certified internal medicine physician and Medical Director with extensive specialty experience. Multilingual provider who completed residency at Louisiana State University and leads clinical operations at Fetter Health Care Network.
Sharvette Slaughter, MD, FAAP
Chief Medical Officer
Board-certified pediatrician and Chief Medical Officer with 16 years of service. Oversees medical, dental, and pharmacy programs while leading innovation initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
Dana LaForte, APRN, NP
Chief Nursing and Quality Officer
Chief Nursing and Quality Officer with 14+ years of healthcare leadership experience. Manages clinical operations and quality improvement initiatives across all Fetter Health Care Network locations.
Questions
What services does Fetter Health Care Network offer?
We provide medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and women's health services along with school-based care, homeless outreach, and migrant health programs.
Do you accept uninsured patients?
Yes, we serve all patients regardless of insurance status and offer a sliding fee discount program for eligible individuals.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Current patients can request appointments through MyFetterHome portal. New patients should call 843-722-4112 to schedule initial visits.
Are telehealth services available?
Yes, we offer telehealth appointments for behavioral health services at all locations.
What areas do you serve?
We operate 14 locations across Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, and Dorchester counties in South Carolina.
Do you have pharmacy services?
Pharmacy services with discounted prescriptions are available at Charleston, Summerville, and Cross health centers.
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