Quality, affordable primary care. Right at home.
Center for Family Medicine
Welcome to your home for primary care service. We're proud of SIU Medicine Centers for Family Medicine as being the largest university-owned Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in the country. With over 17 clinic locations in central and southern Illinois, you can receive comprehensive, affordable health care near you.
What is a Federally Qualified Health Center [FQHC]?
A FQHC is a community-based health center. We serve everyone.
We offer affordable medical care for community members who need health services and may have limited access to care. With federal funding backing our efforts, we are able to provide a range of medical services in your area that are accessible on a sliding-fee scale.
To read more about what a FQHC is, go to FQHC.com
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The SIU Center for Family Medicine provides affordable, quality health care to all individuals in central and southern Illinois.
A FQHC is not limited to only primary and preventative care. Our board of directors includes patients from your community to help guide what services need to be available in your area. This allows you to access affordable care in:
- OB and prenatal services
- Substance use treatment programs
- Mental health and behavioral health services
- Geriatrics and palliative care services
- Nutritional counseling
- Dental care
- And holistic, non-invasive medical services
Discounts are available for those who quality. Review our current sliding-scale assistance program.
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Growing with you
Central and southern Illinois largest FQHC
We're proud of SIU Medicine Center for Family Medicine being the largest university-owned Federally Qualified Health Center in the country.
Started in 2012 in Springfield, Illinois, the SIU Medicine FQHC has grown to include 17 clinic locations in 2025. Every year with the support of the local communities, the SIU Medicine Center for Family Medicine continues to expand and offer care for families in the area.
FQHC locations
Not sure where to start?
Patients of the FQHC can receive financial support. You can work directly with a financial counselor to help determine your eligibility for payment assistance and discounts you may qualify for.
Schedule a visit with a primary care provider and learn about the medical care available to you.
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Preparing the future of medicine for Illinois
SIU Medicine Family Medicine department has helped graduate more than 900 family medicine physicians with over 50 percent remaining in the state of Illinois.
Learn more about the SIU Family Medicine residency program and their contribution towards the future of medicine in Illinois.
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