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Have you experienced trauma and have issues with substance use?

Join us for a Seeking Safety group! We are always open to new members. 
Explore strategies for reducing addictive behaviors, building healthy relationships, developing healthy coping skills, and managing overwhelming emotions and other trauma symptoms.

For more information, or to sign up, please contact:
Brigid Donahue, LCSW: 323-337-1773 or 
Nicole Snyder, AMFT: 323-810-0814

At Saban, we help connect you to the resources you need.

Los Angeles, CA – January 28, 2025 – Saban Community Clinic (SCC) is excited to announce the promotion of Dr. Noble to the role of Chief Medical Officer (CMO). A highly respected physician and leader in the medical community, Dr. Noble has been an invaluable part of SCC since joining the team in 2020. Her new role marks a significant step in SCC’s ongoing mission to provide outstanding, compassionate care to anyone who needs it, bringing SCC one step closer to achieving health equity and transforming lives in Los Angeles.

Dr. Noble, a graduate of the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, began her medical career as an internal medicine resident at Cedars Sinai, where she further honed her expertise and passion for patient-centered care, even spending a year as a Resident at SCC. After completing a Clinical Fellowship, Dr. Noble became an instructor for the program, sharing her extensive knowledge with the next generation of physicians and now, oversees the medical residency program at SCC, a partnership with Cedars-Sinai.

Dr. Noble is a triple board-certified physician in internal medicine, pulmonary disease, and critical care medicine, with a wealth of experience in treating complex medical conditions. She has also overseen Saban Community Clinic’s pulmonology clinic where she and her team manage a wide range of respiratory system disorders and infections. As part of her new role, Dr. Noble will continue to oversee the clinic’s Specialty Care program, which provides essential access to specialty providers for patients in need.

“Dr. Noble’s dedication to clinical excellence, patient-centered care, and innovative healthcare solutions will continue to be instrumental in driving our mission forward.” said Muriel Nouwezem, CEO of Saban Community Clinic. “We look forward to her continued leadership as we expand our services to even more communities in Los Angeles.”

In addition to her medical qualifications, Dr. Noble is fluent in Russian and proficient in Spanish, enabling her to connect with and serve a broad range of patients within the clinic’s diverse service area.

“I am truly honored to step into this new role and continue working alongside such a dedicated team of healthcare professionals at Saban Community Clinic,” said Dr. Noble. “Together, we will continue to provide the highest standard of care to our patients and expand our reach to ensure everyone has access to the services they need to lead healthier lives.”

About Saban Community Clinic:
Founded in 1967 as the LA Free Clinic, Saban Community Clinic (SCC) has maintained its founding principle that healthcare is a right, not a privilege. SCC continues its work to provide affordable medical, dental, mental health and specialty care to low-income and uninsured individuals, including children. SCC operates multiple health centers and a mobile clinic across Los Angeles and West Hollywood, delivering essential services to those who might otherwise not receive care. With over 155,000 visits annually, the clinic provides more than $6.5 million worth of free services each year, truly making a significant impact on the community. For more information on Saban Community Clinic and its services, please visit sabancommunityclinic.org or call 323-653-1990.

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Day Of Action for Community Health Center Funding

The 118th Congress may not have been historically productive, but funding government agencies must remain a top priority as the year ends. Equally urgent is securing critical funding for Community Health Centers, which serve as the backbone of the U.S. healthcare system. Without congressional action, the federal support that sustains staff and operations for caring for 32.5 million patients will expire, jeopardizing essential services for millions nationwide.

That’s why health centers from across the country were in Washington, D.C. this week, participating in the National Association of Community Health Centers’ (NACHC) Annual Fly-In. These dedicated providers, staff, board members and patients are part of a nonpartisan movement that’s been in existence for nearly 60 years.  They traveled from far and wide to remind lawmakers that they care for 10 percent of U.S. population while representing just 1 percent of healthcare spending.

Today, December 4th, Saban Community Clinic’s team of health center advocates are participating in the National Day of Action by making phone calls and sending emails to share why this funding is so critical. We’re more than a health center, we are a lifeline for our community. In 2023, we provided comprehensive and affordable primary care to over 23,000 patients, 84% of whom live below the Federal Poverty Level, and 9% were unhoused. Our services extend beyond traditional health care, offering behavioral health, oral health, pharmacy services, and enhanced care management, all in one accessible location.

Like health centers across the country, at Saban Community Clinic, we care for everyone, from parents striving to create healthier futures for their families, to seniors managing chronic conditions on fixed incomes, to individuals facing housing instability who trust us to provide care when they need it most. By addressing root causes of health disparities such as food insecurity, lack of housing, and mental illness, Saban Community Clinic helps prevent costly emergency room visits and hospitalizations. This work not only transforms lives but also reduces the strain on the broader healthcare system, saving billions of dollars each year.

Health centers are focused on patients, not profits but they are also good for the economy. They support over half a million jobs, generate more than $37 billion in labor income, and contribute nearly $85 billion to the U.S. economy.

Leaders of all political stripes support the mission of health centers because they are effective stewards of tax dollars and the best prescription for the nation’s health.

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