Business Details
48 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Medical Care Provider in Hartford
Since 1978, Charter Oak Health Center has been a trusted provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Greater Hartford community. As a federally qualified, Joint Commission-accredited nonprofit, we have grown from a small apartment-based clinic to a 60,000-square-foot medical home serving diverse populations. Our team of experienced professionals delivers patient-centered care across 18+ specialties, including adult medicine, pediatrics, behavioral health, and dental care. We hold the Gold Seal of Approval from the Joint Commission, reflecting our commitment to meeting rigorous national standards. Our sliding fee discount program ensures accessibility for all, regardless of financial circumstances, while our mobile medical van extends care to underserved areas.With decades of combined experience, our providers offer expertise in chronic disease management, preventive care, and culturally sensitive treatment. We maintain federal tort claims protection and collaborate with community partners to address health disparities. Our pharmacy services provide medication safety checks and cost-saving options, and our nutrition programs focus on diabetes prevention and budget-friendly healthy eating. Through school-based clinics and shelter partnerships, we deliver care where it's needed most, embodying our mission to promote healthier communities.
Services
Urgent Care
Behavioral Health
Pediatrics
Dental Care
Cardiology
Chiropractic Care
Mobile Medical Van
Nutrition Services
Pharmacy
School-Based Clinics
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of experience serving the Greater Hartford community
- Our Joint Commission accreditation demonstrates commitment to quality standards
- We offer a sliding fee discount program based on income and family size
- Our mobile medical van brings care to underserved areas
- We provide culturally sensitive care through bilingual staff and community partnerships
Associations and certifications
- Joint Commission
What people say
Caring staff
Affordable options
Comprehensive care
Culturally sensitive
Mobile access
Services
340B Pharmacy
Our pharmacy provides medication safety checks, prescription refills, and expert advice. Patients benefit from 340B discount pricing and sliding fee programs. We offer convenient access to affordable medications while ensuring proper management of side effects and drug interactions.
Behavioral Health
We offer psychiatric services, substance abuse treatment, and group therapy sessions. Our culturally diverse staff provides bilingual services for diverse populations. Specialized programs address co-occurring disorders and youth mental health through school-based clinics.
Cardiology
Our cardiology services include hypertension management, arrhythmia treatment, and vascular disease care. Board-certified specialists use advanced diagnostics to address conditions like congestive heart failure and coronary artery disease through personalized treatment plans.
Chiropractic Care
We provide spinal evaluations, disc issue treatment, and posture correction services. Our chiropractors use non-invasive techniques to address chronic pain, nerve compression, and musculoskeletal conditions through regular wellness checkups.
Dental Care
Our dental team offers preventive care, emergency treatment, and restorative procedures. Services include cleanings, extractions, and dentures with a focus on underserved populations. Providers maintain expertise in pediatric and community dental health.
People
Dr. Moises Salas
Pediatric Dentist
Fellow-trained pediatric dentist with 20+ years at Charter Oak. Earned MPH at UConn and received Oral Health Hero Award. Serves as clinical assistant professor and provides care for underserved communities.
Dr. Kanwalpreet Singh
General Dentist
DDS from NYU with Yale residency training. Has served Charter Oak patients since 2012, focusing on public health and community care. Provides comprehensive dental services to diverse populations.
Dr. Lilian Quesada
Dentist
24-year veteran dental provider with expertise in emergency care and restorations. Delivers compassionate treatment focused on improving patient oral health outcomes through preventive and therapeutic approaches.
Dr. Harjit Kaur
Dentist
Doctor of Dental Surgery from NYU with academic honors. Practices at Charter Oak for nine years, specializing in care for immigrant populations and promoting community health initiatives.
Champayne Johnson
Vice President of Community Engagement
Leads community partnerships and engagement initiatives. Serves as primary contact for media, donor relations, and event coordination to advance the organization's mission and community impact.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major insurance plans and offer a sliding fee discount program for uninsured patients based on income and family size.
Do you offer after-hours care?
Our urgent care clinic operates extended hours Monday-Thursday 8AM-9PM, Friday 8AM-Midnight, and Saturday 8:30AM-Midnight.
How can I refill prescriptions?
Call our pharmacy directly at (860) 550-7550 anytime to request prescription refills with our 340B discount pricing available.
Are dental services available for children?
Yes, we provide pediatric dental care including checkups, cleanings, and emergency treatment with specialized dentists trained in children's oral health.
Do you offer transportation assistance?
Our mobile medical van provides care at multiple locations throughout Hartford. We also partner with community sites to improve accessibility.
What behavioral health services are available?
We offer individual therapy, group sessions, psychiatric care, and school-based mental health services with bilingual providers for diverse populations.
