Clinica Sierra Vista (CSV) has been providing comprehensive, high-quality healthcare services to underserved communities throughout California's Central Valley for more than 55 years. As one of the nation's largest federally qualified health centers, CSV serves patients across Kern and Fresno counties through an extensive network of community health centers and programs that deliver medical, dental, behavioral health, specialty, pharmacy, and supportive services.

 

Founded in 1971, Clinica Sierra Vista has grown from a single community health center into a regionally recognized healthcare system committed to expanding access to care and improving community well-being. In 2024, CSV served 159,540 patients across its service area, which includes communities throughout the Central Valley such as Bakersfield, Arvin, Delano, Lamont, McFarland, Taft, Wofford Heights, Lebec, and Fresno.

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Clinica Sierra Vista's mission is to provide exceptional healthcare and supportive services to improve the health and quality of life of the communities it serves. Through primary care, specialty services, behavioral health programs, mobile outreach, residency training, pharmacy services, and community-based initiatives, CSV continues to expand access to affordable, culturally responsive care for some of the region's most vulnerable populations.

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With a long-standing commitment to health equity, prevention, and innovation, Clinica Sierra Vista is recognized locally, statewide, and nationally as a leader in community healthcare and a model for delivering integrated care in rural and underserved communities.