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We provide affordable, comprehensive healthcare to the Chattahoochee Valley region.
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Trusted Services
Mobile Dental Unit
https://www.valleyhealthcolumbus.com/mobile-dental-unit/
Our 39 ft. fully-equipped mobile dental unit is staffed by Valley Healthcare dentists and hygienists with established service days at schools, Housing Authority and Homeless Resource Network locations...
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We are a multi-specialty health care organization with an outstanding team providing medical, dental, behavioral health, outreach, pharmacy, vision, telehealth, and diagnostic services to residents throughout the Chattahoochee Valley region.
Liability Protection
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), in accordance with the Federally Supported Health Centers Assistance Act, as amended, sections 224(g)-(n) of the Public Health Service (PHS) Act, 42 U.S.C. 233(g)-(n), deems Valley Healthcare System, Inc. to be an employee of the PHS which provides liability protection under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA)
Mission Statement
Our goal is to provide comprehensive primary health care, selected specialties and referral services to the population of the Chattahoochee Valley area regardless of circumstances. We focus on being patient-centered and providing whole-person, team-based care. Through this mission the Center will: minimize barriers of access; increase patient awareness and treatment compliance; provide prevention, education, patient support, and research programs; educate the public on health care issues; ensure operational effectiveness and financial viability; develop integrated services networks with other provider organizations; facilitate community participation in the health care planning process and; contribute directly to the economic growth and stability of the local area.
meet our team
Dr. Asante Hilts, DrPH, MPH
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Asante’ Hilts succeeds Sarah Lang, who recently retired after more than 28 years in her role, as CEO of Valley Healthcare System. Dr. Asante’ Hilts is a passionate health administrator with over 13 years of community health experience. Dr. Hilts was born and raised in Rochester, NY. Dr. Hilts completed her Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Master’s Degree in Public Health, and Doctorate degree in Social Behavior and Community Health. In 2018, Dr. Hilts left the New York State Department of Health and relocated to Columbus, Georgia accepting the District Program Manager position with the Georgia Department of Public Health overseeing public health programs for the 16 counties of the West Central Health District. Dr. Hilts serves on the Muscogee County School District COVID Medical Panel and the Enrichment Services Vaccine Equity Steering Committee.
Kimberly Brown-Gullatt, MD
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Brown-Gullatt has served as VHCS’s Chief Medical Officer since 12/2017, after serving in a staff physician role for VHCS since 2011. Dr. Brown-Gullatt has 17 years of experience as a Physician. Her experience includes serving as Associate Physician for Columbus Clinic Private Practice, Staff Physician for Columbus Family Medicine Associates, Physician Consultant for Columbus Health Department, Staff Physician for Urgent Care and Occupational Medicine, and Resident Physician for Columbus Regional Medical Center. She received her M.D. from Tulane University School of Medicine, and holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Chemistry from Xavier University of New Orleans. She completed residency and training through the Family Practice Residency Program at Columbus Regional Medical Center, and is Board-certified in Family Medicine.
Jeff Kirkpatrick
Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Kirkpatrick has of 25 years in health care finance and operations. He has held positions as CFO, Director of Physician Operations, Financial Analyst and Director of Due Diligence. He has provided support in both outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital settings, working in large urban and small rural hospitals. Responsible for the financial and operational management of as many as eight clinics and 22 physicians. He has been Project Manager for the implementation of EHR systems, creation of annual budgetary goals, business development and RVU metrics for physician practices.
What People Say
Our Testimonials
Best Doctors in the world. She is always there for my brother. Thank you for being a friend and doctor. We are very blessed to have you in our lives.
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I love the staff & the doctor. They really care about you and do everything they can to ensure you get healed. They take care of their patients.