CAN Community Health – Ft. Lauderdale

CAN Community Health - Ft. Lauderdale is a medical clinic in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The center delivers HIV, hepatitis C and sexually transmitted infection care to residents of downtown Fort Lauderdale and surrounding neighborhoods. Services include comprehensive primary care for people living with HIV, behavioral health, medical case management, peer counseling, on‑site pharmacy coordination, free rapid HIV testing, free viral hepatitis testing, pre‑exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), nPEP, DoxyPEP, sexual health education, harm‑reduction counseling, on‑site lab draws, transportation assistance and linkage to care. A mobile outreach unit expands access, and all services are available via tele‑health in multiple languages. The clinic accepts Medicare, Medicaid, commercial insurance and offers grant‑funded programs for uninsured patients. With a 5.00‑star rating based on 43 reviews, the practice is recognized for its quality care.

The clinic’s approach emphasizes whole‑person treatment, integrating physicians, nurses, mental‑health counselors and dental providers to address both physical and emotional health needs. Dr. Michael Sension, former medical director of HIV clinical research for Broward Health, brings training from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Cornell University and a fellowship in infectious diseases at the National Institutes of Health. Advanced Practitioner Registered Nurse Alma Toussaint contributes primary‑care expertise and a focus on infectious‑disease management. Programs such as Ryan White support, housing assistance and case management are built into the service model to remove barriers to care.

Located at 315 SE 14th St, the clinic sits just a short walk from Southeast 3rd Avenue (about 0.1 mile) and is within 0.2 mile of the Charter School of Excellence, Broward Health Medical Center, the Downtown Adult Center, South Federal Highway and Davie Boulevard, placing it in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale’s health and education corridor.

The practice enjoys a strong local reputation reflected in consistently high customer ratings and a steady record of repeat and referred customers, underscoring its trusted role in the community.

By combining expert HIV and STI care with comprehensive support services, CAN Community Health stands as a reliable medical resource for Fort Lauderdale residents seeking specialized health care.

Services:

• Behavioral Health Services
• Comprehensive Primary Care
• Dental Services
• HIV Prevention and Education
• Outreach, Education, and Prevention
• Pharmacy Services
• Primary Care and HIV Services
• STI Testing and Treatment