ABOUT VIM

Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) began in Hilton Head, South Carolina. In 1992, one out of three people who lived on Hilton Head Island had no access to health care. At the same time, a number of retired medical personnel (physicians, nurses, dentists) began expressing an interest in finding a way to continue practicing their profession on a voluntary, part-time basis to help those without access to care.

View Our Videos So in 1993, we brought these two groups together and created the Volunteers in Medicine Clinic, a 501 (c)(3) free health clinic utilizing retired health care professionals.

The "Culture of Caring" is the heart and soul of our clinic. It is based on an ethical standard in medicine that was once practiced and should be again. How people are treated during a visit to the clinic is as important as the medical care they receive. Those who come to our clinic are good people in need of help. Surviving on limited resources, they often exhibit great courage simply trying to get through each day.

Our "Culture of Caring" recognizes the strengths of those in need and respects their dignity. We seek to heal not only physical illnesses, but also the injury caused by bias, prejudice and indifference.

Now every person who lives or works on Hilton Head Island has easy access to health care. And the best part is that it was accomplished using an untapped resource, the retired medical professional.

UPCOMING EVENTS

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2012
Hilton Head Island Half Marathon, 10K, 5K

Volunteers in Medicine Hilton Head Island is a beneficiary of this event on Saturday, February 11 at Jarvis Creek Park. Starts: 8 am. The Clinic receives $1.50 donation for all entries into any of the races.
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MONDAY, MARCH 5, 2012
The William P. Stevens, Jr. VIM Hilton Head Island
Pro AmGolf Tournament

The Annual William P. Stevens, Jr. VIM Hilton Head Island Pro Am will be held Monday, March 5, 2012 at the Belfair Golf Club, West Course in Bluffton, South Carolina. The format includes amateur foursome plus a golf professional; Shamble, best two balls team’s score. The “Hole in One” Sponsor is Hilton Head BMW. Entry fee: $250 per player. Please contact Lisa Nowak at 689.6612 or Buzz Yount at 384.5101 to secure a spot.

The tournament will be held to raise money for Volunteers in Medicine Hilton Head Island, a free clinic serving over 14,000 patients in the area. More than 100 golfers and supporters of Volunteers in Medicine Hilton Head Island participate in the event each year raising money for this worthwhile cause. Follow us on facebook at facebook.com/vimclinic.
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APRIL 12-15, 2012
RBC Heritage – Birdies for Charity
Harbor Town Golf Links
Details: Contact Lisa Nowak if you are interested in a pledge form.