Clinic Officially Welcomes Patients to Newly Renovated Facility

On June 26, the Order of Malta Clinic of Northern California celebrated the grand reopening of its newly expanded facility, marking a transformative milestone in its mission to serve uninsured and underserved individuals. This achievement reflects years of dedication, careful planning, and steadfast support from donors, volunteers, and community partners.

The celebration featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a press event that garnered significant local media attention from both English and Spanish outlets. Attendees heard inspiring remarks from a distinguished lineup of speakers, including Bishop Michael C. Barber,SJ, Oakland Councilmember Carroll Fife, Nevin Kessler, President of John Muir Health Foundation, and Tim McInerney, Clinic Board President. Together, they highlighted the Clinic’s expanded capacity and the vital role it plays in addressing the region’s healthcare needs.

During the ceremony, the Clinic also received a commendation from the City of Oakland in recognition of 16 years of service to the sick and poor in Northern California. Highlighting the Clinic’s long-standing impact and commitment to providing healthcare for uninsured and underserved individuals.

The Clinic’s new space now accommodates up to 12,000 patient visits annually—more than double the previous capacity and includes enhanced privacy for patients, the ability to provide new specialty services, extended evening hours two days a week, and Saturday appointments to better serve working patients.

Beyond the recent physical expansion, the Clinic is growing its impact in other ways. Telemedicine services, monthly podiatry clinics, mobile mammography services, and community partnerships provide additional muchneeded-care to patients in our community. Plans are also currently underway for a potential second clinic location in the Bay Area, which will provide more convenient access for patients and extend the Clinic’s reach even further.

This new beginning is more than an expansion. It’s a renewed commitment to meeting the evolving healthcare needs of our community. As we continue to grow and increase our capacity, we reaffirm our mission to provide compassionate, life-changing care to those who need it most. Together, we’re building a healthier, more equitable future—one patient at a time.