We welcome everyone — regardless of insurance status, background, or circumstance. Compassionate, dignified care rooted in social justice since the 1960s.
Founded by Black Panthers and anti-war activists in the 1960s and '70s, our mission has never wavered: create social justice through treating every patient with innovative care, dignity, and respect.
No insurance? On Medicaid (Apple Health)? Just out of incarceration? We see you. We serve you. No one is turned away from care.
Carolyn Downs Family Medical Center and Country Doctor Community Clinic — both serving Seattle with full-spectrum primary care and dental services.
We treat the whole person — body, mind, and community. Our approach connects you to medical, dental, and behavioral health under one roof.
Our Board of Directors includes community members just like you. Your voice shapes how we serve our neighbors in Seattle.
Get a referral to our Dental Clinic from your Seattle Roots primary care doctor — seamless, integrated care for your whole health.
"Our legacy is empowerment… we could tell the community: if you can change your own health, you can change anything." — Seattle Roots
Carolyn Downs and Country Doctor were founded in the 1960s and '70s by Black Panthers and anti-war activists as a way to support our community.
Over five decades later, our mission remains the same: create social justice through treating every patient with innovative care, dignity, and respect.
We served our community in 68,333 appointments last year — and we're just getting started.
"Our legacy is empowerment… we could tell the community: If you can change your own health, you can change anything."
From primary care to dental, behavioral health to chronic disease management — we bring it all together for you.
Full-spectrum family and adult primary care. Preventive care, chronic disease management, immunizations, and ongoing health management for patients of all ages and backgrounds.
Our Dental Clinic offers comprehensive dental services, accessible via referral from your Seattle Roots primary care doctor. Seamless integration means better care for your whole health.
Mental health is health. Our integrated behavioral health services provide counseling, psychiatric support, and substance use treatment in a welcoming, non-judgmental environment.
From helping navigate insurance enrollment to connecting patients with social services, our team goes beyond the clinic walls to ensure no one falls through the cracks.
Both clinics carry the same commitment to inclusive, high-quality care for the Seattle community.
Full-spectrum primary & dental care
Named in honor of Carolyn Downs, a Black Panther Party activist who helped establish healthcare as a civil right. This center carries her legacy of fighting for equitable care in Seattle's Central District and beyond.
Community-centered primary care
Founded in the early 1970s by anti-war activists who believed healthcare was a right, not a privilege. Country Doctor continues to serve Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood and surrounding communities with that same spirit.
Becoming a patient is simple. We make the process easy, welcoming, and free from judgment.
Call us at (206) 299-1900 or simply walk in. No appointment always necessary — we're here for you.
Our friendly team will help you complete enrollment paperwork. We accept all insurance — or none at all.
Get connected with a provider who knows your name, your history, and your goals for health and wellbeing.
Ongoing care, dental referrals, behavioral health support — everything you need, all in one community.
Yes, you can improve healthcare for everyone in our community! We're looking for dedicated community members to join our Board of Directors.
Learn About Joining Our BoardNo. We welcome everyone, including those without insurance, those on Medicaid (Apple Health), and those who are underinsured. Our team will work with you to find the right financial arrangement.
To access our Dental Clinic, you'll need a referral from your Seattle Roots Community Health primary care doctor. If you're not already a patient, start by registering for primary care and your doctor can refer you to dental services.
Absolutely. We explicitly welcome those who are just out of incarceration. Our team is trained to provide compassionate, non-judgmental care and can help connect you with community resources for reentry support.
Both clinics are part of Seattle Roots Community Health and share the same mission and standards of care. They serve different neighborhoods in Seattle. Both offer primary care, and both connect patients to the full range of Seattle Roots services.
There are many ways to get involved! You can apply to join our Board of Directors to help govern our community health organization. You can also volunteer, donate, or simply spread the word about our services to those who need them.
We're here for you. Call us today, send us a message, or simply walk through our doors. No barriers. No judgment. Just care.