About Us
Care that is simple, local, and built around dignity
Southwest Bridge Health delivers free primary healthcare to uninsured individuals in high-need communities across Southwest Michigan. Through volunteer clinicians and local partnerships, we make health access simpler, more equitable, and closer to home.
Many people in our community fall into the coverage gap, earning too much to qualify for assistance, but not enough to afford insurance or out-of-pocket care. These barriers can lead to untreated chronic conditions, preventable hospital visits, and avoidable suffering.
We exist to change that by offering trusted, community-embedded care that meets people where they are. Our model is built on compassion, dignity, local collaboration, and practical support for neighbors who need care.
Vision
Bridging the gap to care — for every neighbor in need.
Mission
Southwest Bridge Health delivers free, primary healthcare to uninsured individuals in high-need communities within Southwest Michigan. Through strategic partnerships and community collaboration, we make health access simple, equitable, and local.
Our Model of Care
Built Around Access, Trust, and Community
Southwest Bridge Health is designed to remove barriers that keep uninsured neighbors from getting care. Our model combines free primary care, volunteer clinicians, and strong community partnerships to make healthcare simpler, more welcoming, and closer to home.
Free Primary Care
High-quality care delivered by licensed volunteer clinicians for uninsured neighbors in Southwest Michigan.
Simplified Access
A clearer, more welcoming path for patients who need care but do not have health insurance.
Community Collaboration
Partnerships with nonprofits, schools, faith communities, health systems, and local organizations help expand our reach.
CLINICAL LEADERSHIP
Meet Dr. Lisa Fink
Leading a FREE clinic built for UNINSURED residents of Benton Harbor and surrounding communities.
Lisa Fink, MD, is a board-certified Internal Medicine and Pediatrics physician who has served the Benton Harbor community for nearly twenty-five years. Known for her deep commitment to health equity and compassionate, relationship-centered care, she has dedicated her career to improving access for underserved patients across Southwest Michigan.
Dr. Fink is the founder of Southwest Bridge Health, a FREE clinic providing primary care, chronic disease management, and preventive services for UNINSURED residents of Benton Harbor and surrounding communities.
She leads the volunteer team at Southwest Bridge Health, working to remove barriers to care and partner with trusted local organizations to strengthen the health and well-being of the community.
Help Build a Healthier Community
Your support helps provide free primary care visits, medications, supplies, testing, and outreach clinics for uninsured neighbors across Southwest Michigan.