Healthcare, Historic Preservation, Medical Care, Slossfield

The Renovation of Slossfield

Those who attended the 2022 annual Birmingham Historical Society meeting will recall that the evening’s 3 speakers highlighted the importance of Slossfield to Birmingham’s early medical care for an underserved population. The Slossfield Maternity Center, built in 1939 by WPA labor, trained black physicians and nurses in prenatal care in one of the poorest areas of Birmingham. The midwivery program at UAB School of Nursing today was inspired by Slossfield’s historic example.

A restoration is now underway to fully restore the clinic for underserved communities. Once again, the surrounding area needs affordable care, job training, and education. The facility is being revitalized to provide this life-changing support.

The effort is being led by two medical residents, Dr. Robert Record and Dr. John Fischer of Christ Health who established their first clinic in Woodlawn in 2009. Since that time, Christ Health has provided medical services at nearly 350,000 patient visits, provided dental care nearly 50,000 times, and filled over 250,000 prescriptions. The Mission >

We are committed to the physical, mental, and spiritual health and well-being of our patients. More than simply seeing the sick made well, at Christ Health, we strive to see the well made whole and each patient living life abundantly.

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Black and white photo of a partially constructed building with large windows, on a dirt road with a utility pole nearby.
Black and white photograph of a rural scene featuring a cow standing near a stream, with houses and trees in the background.
Abandoned community center with boarded windows, surrounded by overgrown grass and a clear blue sky.
Historic black and white photograph of the Slossfield Negro Community Center in Birmingham, Alabama, showcasing a general view of multiple buildings labeled as Educational, Administration, and Health buildings.
Exterior view of the Slossfield Community Center, a large abandoned building surrounded by overgrown grass and trees, highlighting its deteriorating condition.
Image showcasing the ongoing restoration of a historic clinic, featuring architectural renderings of the exterior and interior areas, with a call to action for community support.
Historical image showcasing the Slossfield Community Center, dedicated in 1939, highlighting its significance in transforming public healthcare.