Betty Jean Kerr People's Health Centers

At Betty Jean Kerr People's Health Centers, we ask certain questions during registration to provide the best care possible. Your answers help us improve healthcare services, secure funding, and ensure everyone in our community receives the support they need. Have any questions? Ask our staff or visit our phcenters.org to learn more.

At Betty Jean Kerr People's Health Centers, we ask certain questions during registration to provide the best care possible. Your answers help us improve healthcare services, secure funding, and ensure everyone in our community receives the support they need. Have any questions? Ask our staff or visit our phcenters.org to learn more.

We’re hosting a Drive-Thru Food Drive on April 4th to support our community! If you or someone you know could use a helping hand, drive up and receive a free bag of groceries. Spread the word and let’s take care of our community together!

We’re proud to celebrate our CFO, Dr. Javier Vallejo, on earning his Doctor of Healthcare Administration (DHA) from the Medical University of South Carolina! His leadership and expertise continue to strengthen our organization. Join us in congratulating him on this incredible achievement!

Nurse Practitioner, Demetre Williams sat down with KMOV News 4 to discuss the importance of vaccines and how Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) help protect our community. With recent federal funding cuts threatening public health programs, access to lifesaving vaccines is more critical than ever. Watch the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gJx4tsxn

Melanie Johnson from KMOV-TV stopped by to interview our pediatrics team about the vital role of federally qualified health centers in keeping the community safe. These centers provide essential healthcare services to families, ensuring access to quality care for all. Tune in tonight at 5 PM on KMOV News 4 to watch the full story.

Getting screened when you’re eligible is one thing you can do that will make a difference long after #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth ends. Ready to get started? Call our office at 314-367-7848 or visit phcenters.org to make an appointment today.

This Women’s History Month, we celebrate Dr. Flossie Wong-Staal, a pioneering virologist whose work transformed HIV/AIDS research. She was the first to clone and map HIV’s genetic structure, paving the way for diagnostic tests and treatments that have saved millions of lives. Her legacy exemplifies the power of scientific innovation in global health. 

Today, for #NationalNutritionMonth®, we talk about how food connects us to family and friends. Sharing a meal is an opportunity to learn about its preparation, who made it and where the ingredients were sourced. It’s a great way to connect with your family and friends!

As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we honor Dr. Helen Nash, a trailblazing pediatrician who championed racial equity in healthcare. As one of the first Black women to graduate from Washington University School of Medicine, she played a key role in integrating St. Louis hospitals and improving care for Black children. Her legacy of advocacy and mentorship continues to inspire future leaders in medicine.