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Main Clinic

15 Northridge Drive
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Dental Clinic

20 Palmetto Parkway
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Daufuskie Clinic

Helmus Building, 641 Haig Point Road
Daufuskie Island, SC 29915

Information for Prospective Physicians

Give Health, Give Hope

Volunteer physicians are the backbone of our organization.

Volunteers in Medicine Clinic of Hilton Head (VIM) doesn’t just treat illness—we change lives, uplift families, and strengthen our community.  

Week by week, we see more and more patients walk through our doors who do not have access to medical insurance or otherwise cannot afford coverage.  Without experienced physicians, VIM would not be able to deliver the medical care needed in our community.

In order to recruit and retain volunteers, VIM offers physicians flexible scheduling.  While we would love it if you could commit to weekly shifts, we understand that may not be your goal, especially if you are recently retired.  If you can see patients one day a month, that would be terrific!  If you can see patients one shift a week, even better.

Hilton Head Island is often seen as a wealthy community and vacation destination, but in reality, over 8 percent of the island’s population is living at or below the federal poverty level – that’s close to 3,200 people.

Make a difference where it matters most.

We are here to answer any questions you have about our organization, our patient demographics and our mission to serve those in need.  Dr. John Newman, our executive director, is available to discuss our need for physicians at your convenience.

Email:  jnewman@vimclinic.org

We offer comprehensive care across 26 medical specialties and five disease management clinics, including family practice, internal medicine, lab, X-ray, ultrasound, pharmacy, mental health, and dental services — all at no cost to those who do not have health insurance or otherwise cannot afford coverage.

Neighbors helping neighbors, because Together We Heal.

Physician Testimonials

Volunteering at VIM allows me to continue to enjoy the reasons I went into medicine. With the help of an excellent volunteer support staff and community support, I have been able to provide first-class care to patients who are grateful and in need.  It is very emotionally rewarding and intellectually stimulating.

           Edward D. Himot  MD/Nephrologist

“Volunteers in Medicine gives me the opportunity to deliver medical care in the most compassionate and caring environment.”

Rick Sunderlin Jr., MD/Endocrinologist

“VIM helps me keep a hand in medicine and maintain my patient care skills. Medicine has been my life, and VIM has enabled me to extend that life!  I know I am helping patients, but they also help me in return, and I am grateful for that.”

Dr. Barry H. Hellman, MD/Cardiologist