Utah Partners for Health was established in July 2002 by Brian Zehnder, M.D., and community leaders concerned about the growing number of uninsured. The original name was MCFM Foundation. Kurt Micka joined UPFH as the executive director in January 2003. In April 2003, UPFH received 501(c)(3) status from the Internal Revenue Service. The first collaborating partner was the Magna Center for Family Medicine, who provided in kind donations to the first patient in June, 2003.
In 2007, two major programs were added to provide needed access to healthcare: A mobile clinic that provides access to groups who experience cultural barriers to access in their own neighborhoods, and a prenatal clinic located in West Valley City. The mobile clinic has grown to provide care to thousands of underserved individuals at multiple locations in Salt Lake and Tooele counties. After 5 years of serving prenatal care, the prenatal services ended in June 2013.
In 2013, Utah Partners for Health was faced with losing providers who partnered with the mobile clinic. A new collaboration was established with the Health Clinics of Utah to keep the program running and expanding. Therefore we expanded our reach into the Glendale and Rose Park area.
In 2013, with the urging of several community partners, Utah Partners for Health also embarked on a plan to open their own clinic in Midvale, Utah. Part of the plan included applying for a New Access Point Grant with the Federal Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). In November of that year, UPFH received the New Access Point Grant and received its first patient at the Mid-Valley Health clinic in November, 2013.
In 2014, UPFH included the mobile clinic into their scope of practice. The Mid-Valley Health Clinic opened its doors 5 days a week in February, 2014. On November 3, 2014 we added Saturday hours as directed by our Board of Directors and the results of the Needs Assessment.
In June 2014, we added the Utah Partners for Health Mobile Eye Trailer in partnership with Charity Vision and added the service into our scope of services. The Mobile Eye trailer was expanded to two days a week in November 2015.
In December 2015, UPFH purchased a professional office building located at 7651 S. Main Street in Midvale, Utah. The building would become the future home of the administrative staff, billing department, and the future behavioral health and dental clinics. The 6,886 sq. foot building also houses several tenants.
In January 2016, UPFH opened the Utah Partners for Health Behavioral Health Clinic at the Professional Office Building. The Utah Partners for Health Dental Clinic opened in October, 2016 at the same office building. The Dental clinic opened to five days a week with a registered dental hygienist and one day a week with a Dentist. By years end, the Dentist was expanded to two days a week with plans for five days a week in the first quarter 2017. (Opened 5 days a week, March 2017).
In March, 2019, UPFH added a 38 ft Mobile Medical Trailer to replace our older 31ft trailer. This new trailer will allow us to expand services such as contraceptive care and medication assisted treatment for substance abuse disorders.
In August, 2019, UPFH purchased the 7,965 sq foot medical building at 9103 S. 1300 W., West Jordan, Utah. The purpose was to add a medical clinic to increase provider efficiency and expand our ability to provide access to care for those in need.
In December, 2019, UPFH expanded the Mid-Valley Health clinic to include integrated behavioral health. Behavioral health is now co-located and integrated with our medical team at the Mid-Valley clinic.
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Rating 3.7 out of 5 based on 23 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestAbby Pohlman
2 years ago
We had a child tested for Covid on Tuesday. It is Saturday and we still do not have results. All other family members tested at other locations after us have received results. Sunday- Still no results 117 hours later.
Tania De Oliveira
2 years ago
Friendly staff, discounted prices for dental work, which is hard to find.
DevxnneLovatx
2 years ago
Worst Clinic I've been to. I should've posted this when I went last year. I scheduled an appointment to talk about how I was probably anemic and was basically treated unfairly. The doctor didn't want to answer any other questions about other concerns and said to talk about it another day. She also thought I was overreacting when I was concerned about how much blood I lose. I got blood drawn and the next day or so, I Was diagnosed with a disease which worries me because if I hadn't pushed for the blood tests, things could've gone worse.The next appointment I had, I came in exactly 15 minutes late and I was still able to go in, but the receptionist (or nurse I'm not sure) unprofessionally raised her voice with other patients in the waiting room that I was "20 minutes late". Her clock was off and I wasn't given the chance to explain that I wasn't 20, but 15 minutes late. Overall, I don't recommend going to this clinic. Especially if you're a woman that has concerns about her body.
Abby Pohlman
3 years ago
We had a child tested for Covid on Tuesday. It is Saturday and we still do not have results. All other family members tested at other locations after us have received results. Sunday- Still no results 117 hours later.
Donna Nickle
3 years ago
I accidentally posted this review for the wrong location initially, so if you saw this review for the mid-valley location before that is why. This clinic has been a godsend. I am a new resident of Utah, and because of covid shutdowns, I did not have a job or any income when I came here. Utah Partners For Health has taken great care of me, and I will be forever grateful for organizations like this. I unexpectedly found out I had a blood disorder from another organization, and Utah Partners for Health has been there to help me every step of the way, even providing me with much needed financial assistance. There is one girl who works the front desk who remembers me every time I come, it's the little things like remembering my name that make me feel comfortable and welcome. (I wish I remembered her name, she was in a cast today.) Whoever is in charge of this location, please know that you have fantastic employees, taking precautions during this pandemic very seriously, yet are still able to provide warm and friendly patient care.
Tania De Oliveira
3 years ago
Friendly staff, discounted prices for dental work, which is hard to find.
DevxnneLovatx
3 years ago
Worst Clinic I've been to. I should've posted this when I went last year. I scheduled an appointment to talk about how I was probably anemic and was basically treated unfairly. The doctor didn't want to answer any other questions about other concerns and said to talk about it another day. She also thought I was overreacting when I was concerned about how much blood I lose. I got blood drawn and the next day or so, I Was diagnosed with a disease which worries me because if I hadn't pushed for the blood tests, things could've gone worse.The next appointment I had, I came in exactly 15 minutes late and I was still able to go in, but the receptionist (or nurse I'm not sure) unprofessionally raised her voice with other patients in the waiting room that I was "20 minutes late". Her clock was off and I wasn't given the chance to explain that I wasn't 20, but 15 minutes late. Overall, I don't recommend going to this clinic. Especially if you're a woman that has concerns about her body.
Griselda Santuario
3 years ago
(Translated by Google) Recently I arrived at the clinic looking for therapy services on the recommendation of my general doctor, Abigail has helped me a lot and is excellent in his work. I also requested dental services for my daughter and everything was fine, the service is very good; What I didn't think is that they gave us a price for the service and on the second visit they charged us more, and when asking why they told me that the prices had gone up, one is looking for the best according to our economic possibilities and should explain the Costs from the beginning and honestly, I didn't think that in the end I ended up paying more than I would have paid in other places where I had asked for budgets for dental service. (Original) Hace poco llegue a la clinica buscando servicios de terapia por recomendacion de mi medico general, Abigail me ha ayudado muchisimo y es excelente en su trabajo. Tambien pedi servicios dentales para mi hija y todo estuvo bien, el servicio es muy bueno; lo que no me parecio es que nos dieron un precio para el servicio y en la segunda visita nos cobraron mas, y al preguntar porque me dijeron que los precios habian subido, uno esta buscando lo mejor de acuerdo a nuestras posibilidades economicas y deberian explicar los costos desde un principio y con honestidad, no me parecio que al final termine pagando mas de lo que hubiera pagado en otros lugares donde yo habia pedido presupuestos para el servicio dental.
Grant Smith
3 years ago
Do not go to their Covid testing site, it is taking them over a week to get results. I went to Walgreens and got my results within an hour. I'm not sure why this facility is being allowed to test if it is taking so long compared to everywhere else.
Donna Nickle
3 years ago
I accidentally posted this review for the wrong location initially, so if you saw this review for the mid-valley location before that is why. This clinic has been a godsend. I am a new resident of Utah, and because of covid shutdowns, I did not have a job or any income when I came here. Utah Partners For Health has taken great care of me, and I will be forever grateful for organizations like this. I unexpectedly found out I had a blood disorder from another organization, and Utah Partners for Health has been there to help me every step of the way, even providing me with much needed financial assistance. There is one girl who works the front desk who remembers me every time I come, it's the little things like remembering my name that make me feel comfortable and welcome. (I wish I remembered her name, she was in a cast today.) Whoever is in charge of this location, please know that you have fantastic employees, taking precautions during this pandemic very seriously, yet are still able to provide warm and friendly patient care.
Griselda Santuario
4 years ago
(Translated by Google) Recently I arrived at the clinic looking for therapy services on the recommendation of my general doctor, Abigail has helped me a lot and is excellent in his work. I also requested dental services for my daughter and everything was fine, the service is very good; What I didn't think is that they gave us a price for the service and on the second visit they charged us more, and when asking why they told me that the prices had gone up, one is looking for the best according to our economic possibilities and should explain the Costs from the beginning and honestly, I didn't think that in the end I ended up paying more than I would have paid in other places where I had asked for budgets for dental service. (Original) Hace poco llegue a la clinica buscando servicios de terapia por recomendacion de mi medico general, Abigail me ha ayudado muchisimo y es excelente en su trabajo. Tambien pedi servicios dentales para mi hija y todo estuvo bien, el servicio es muy bueno; lo que no me parecio es que nos dieron un precio para el servicio y en la segunda visita nos cobraron mas, y al preguntar porque me dijeron que los precios habian subido, uno esta buscando lo mejor de acuerdo a nuestras posibilidades economicas y deberian explicar los costos desde un principio y con honestidad, no me parecio que al final termine pagando mas de lo que hubiera pagado en otros lugares donde yo habia pedido presupuestos para el servicio dental.
Grant Smith
4 years ago
Do not go to their Covid testing site, it is taking them over a week to get results. I went to Walgreens and got my results within an hour. I'm not sure why this facility is being allowed to test if it is taking so long compared to everywhere else.
Jose Sandoval
4 years ago
Best service ever ! Great environment, the lowest prices you'll find in the area . I'll definitely come back.
Jose Sandoval
5 years ago
Best service ever ! Great environment, the lowest prices you'll find in the area . I'll definitely come back.
Pamela Puche
5 years ago
I loved the service from office and doctors ! It is the blessing for us!!!
Pamela Puche
6 years ago
I loved the service from office and doctors ! It is the blessing for us!!!
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