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Our Mission

Our Mission at Amistad Health

Serving the Coastal Bend community with compassionate, holistic, affordable, and quality healthcare.

Amistad Health is a not-for-profit health center founded in 2005. Our mission is to show and share the love of Jesus Christ to the Coastal Bend Community by providing holistic, affordable, and quality healthcare services.

We recognize that Jesus Christ is the true healer of individuals and their communities and the source of our ability to serve.

♥ Compassion
✚ Quality Care
🤝 Community

Together, we strive to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of our community, serving with love and compassion.

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Our Vision:

Amistad Health strives to provide the underserved healthcare population in the Coastal Bend community with the highest quality medical care available in the spirit and strength of Jesus Christ.

 We foresee a future that includes being the place of choice for comprehensive health care, meeting the spiritual, emotional, and physical needs of the community, and impacting the lives of those around us through the love and actions of Christ.

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About Amistad Health

Our History

Amistad Health has served the Coastal Bend community since 2005 with affordable, compassionate, and quality healthcare.

Founded to Serve Our Community

Amistad Health was founded in 2005 as a not-for-profit, faith-based organization aimed to address the growing number of community members lacking health insurance, a primary care provider, and a place to receive affordable, quality medical attention.

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Federally Qualified Health Center

Our center is a Federally Qualified Health Center, a federal designation assigned to non-profit or public health care organizations that serve predominantly uninsured or underserved populations.

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Serving Underserved Communities

We are located in and serve a designated Medically Underserved Area/Population.

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Our FQHC Commitment

As an FQHC, Amistad Health is committed to:

  • Providing culturally and linguistically appropriate services.
  • Offering services to all persons regardless of their ability to pay.
  • Charging for services on a sliding fee scale based on family size and income.
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FTCA-Deemed Facility

Amistad Health is an FTCA-deemed facility, which means we are covered by the Federal Tort Claims Act to ensure quality care and legal protection.

Our clinic provides healthcare services to people in every stage of the life cycle, ensuring access to affordable, compassionate, and quality care for all.

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Leadership & Governance

Amistad Board of Directors 2026

Our Board of Directors provides leadership, guidance, and support to help Amistad Health continue serving the community with quality, compassionate care.

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Tony Reyes

President
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Belinda Flores

Vice President
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Steve Woerner

Treasurer
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Angela Leal

Secretary

Board Members

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Catrina Wilson

Member
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Sandra Dawod

Member
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Michael Swantner

Member
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Alfred Martinez

Member
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Diana Rivers

Member
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Dr. Nick Adame

Member
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Suzelle Tinnell

Member
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Dolly Trolley

Member
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Chris Nicosia

Member
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Mark Meyer

Member
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CEO Eric Baggerman

Dr. Eric Baggerman

Chief Executive Officer & Pediatrician

Dr. Eric Baggerman is a compassionate pediatrician and the Chief Executive Officer of Amistad Community Health Center. He is deeply committed to providing high-quality, family-centered pediatric care while also leading the organization to improve community health outcomes.

With a strong background in both medicine and healthcare leadership, Dr. Baggerman bridges the gap between patient care and administrative strategy. His work reflects a dedication to serving underserved populations and strengthening the healthcare system from within.

CMO Nelly Garcia Blow

Dr. Nelly Garcia Blow

Chief Medical Officer & Family Medicine Physician

Dr. Nelly Garcia Blow serves as the Chief Medical Officer and is a highly respected family medicine physician at Amistad Community Health Center. She is dedicated to delivering comprehensive, compassionate care to patients of all ages.

As CMO, Dr. Garcia Blow provides clinical leadership to ensure quality healthcare delivery across the organization. Her dual role reflects her commitment to both excellent patient care and advancing community health through strategic clinical oversight.

Notice: Federally deemed health center status
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