Optimus Health Care is a non-profit healthcare organization based in Bridgeport, Connecticut, that operates as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Founded in the late 1970s, the organization provides comprehensive primary healthcare services to underserved communities in southwestern Connecticut. The organization maintains multiple locations throughout Bridgeport, Stamford, and Stratford, offering a wide range of medical services including primary care, pediatrics, women’s health, dental care, and behavioral health services. As an FQHC, Optimus Health Care accepts patients regardless of their ability to pay and offers sliding fee scales based on income and family size. Optimus Health Care serves over 50,000 patients annually and employs a multicultural staff of healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurse practitioners, dentists, and mental health specialists. The organization operates under the guidance of a community-based Board of Directors, with at least 51% of board members being active patients of the health center, as required by federal regulations. The organization participates in various community health initiatives and maintains partnerships with local hospitals, educational institutions, and social service agencies. Optimus Health Care is accredited by the Joint Commission and recognized as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).