PHC’s Student Advisory Council

About Us Board History Leadership Mission & Vision Patients Careers Contact Media Join PHC’s School-Based Health Clinics          Student Advisory Council Attention Des Moines Public Schools 10th – 12th grade students! Are you passionate about...
Learn More About PHC’s Homeless Support Services

Learn More About PHC’s Homeless Support Services

Primary Health Care’s Homeless Support Services (HSS) is the entry point for serving people experiencing homelessness in Polk County. To learn more about HSS, we asked PHC’s Homeless Support Program Manager, Jorie Hidri, a variety of questions that expand on the...

Meet a Provider: David Drustrup, PhD

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’d like to introduce a member of Primary Health Care’s behavioral health care team, David Drustrup, Ph.D. He is a behavioral health therapist and psychology resident. Drustrup joined PHC seven months ago, excited for...

Family Planning Now Available in Ames

PHC Ames Medical Clinic now offers family planning services on a sliding fee scale including: Annual reproductive exams (all genders), Birth control & emergency contraception, Obstetrical and Gynecological Care, Pregnancy testing, Prenatal care, STI (sexually transmitted infection) testing and treatment, including HIV testing and treatment, and Title X Family Planning

Life After Incarceration During a Pandemic

In 1995, John* was incarcerated. This was before the widespread use of the internet, debit cards, social media, smartphones, and the current global pandemic. Navigating 2020 has been a challenge for everyone, but especially for individuals who have been released from...

Introducing Dr. Jennifer Groos

Introducing Jennifer Groos, MD, FAAP: Experienced Pediatrician at BEC Medical Jennifer Groos, MD, FAAP, is a highly skilled and board-certified pediatrician with over 16 years of expertise. She is a valued member of our team at BEC Medical, dedicated to providing...
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