Center for Health Equality

The Dr. Ala Stanford Center for Health Equality (ASHE) is a primary care clinic and healthcare organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 2021 by Dr. Ala Stanford and the Black Doctors Consortium, the center was established to provide equitable healthcare services to underserved communities, particularly in North Philadelphia. ASHE offers a comprehensive range of services, including adult and pediatric primary care, behavioral health, immunizations, and diagnostic screenings. The organization gained national prominence for its community-led response to the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to focus on reducing health disparities through accessible, high-quality medical care.