WHO ARE WE?
Christian Medical Ministries, (CMM) is a non profit, 501c3, public charity established in 2010 to provide medical care and services to the low income, underinsured of Southwest Florida. We utilize paid and volunteer staff to provide our services. Our funding comes from grants, foundations and private donors.
We are a part of the Florida Department of Health Volunteer Healthcare Provider program and function for the state as a Sovereign Immunity Clinic. We partner with numerous community organizations, including United Way, Lee Health, and Lee County Human and Veteran Services. We are a member of the Florida Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (FAFCC).
OUR MISSION
To serve our Lord, Jesus Christ, by providing high quality holistic medical care at no charge to those without the ability to pay,
with attention to the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of health and healing.
OUR VISION
To change the paradigm of medical care for those
with chronic illness from their environment and those suffering with pain.
Our Statement of Faith: the same as the Christian Medical and Dental Association.
We do not discriminate and provide services to all in need, regardless of race, sex, religious beliefs, or other factors. All are welcome.
CMM started in space donated by Fort Myers First Church of the Nazarene. We now reside in a lease space in Fort Myers as a para-church ministry with no formal church affiliation.
We partner with like-minded churches of all Evangelical backgrounds to further our mission.
OUR BOARD MEMBERS
John Nastasi, Chair
Ross Martin
Steve Phillips, CPA
Mabel Lopez, Ph.D.
Alex Blagojevic, Treasurer
Daryl Gioffre, DC
Mark Pruskauer
Christina Dzioba, Ph.D., APRN
Grace McGill, APRN
Max McCord, IEP
OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Alan Gruning, DO, FACOEP is our Executive/Medical Director and the founder of CMM. Click on his name to learn more about Dr. Gruning and his passion for helping the tired and hurting,
Anna Hogan, BS is our Administrative/Development Director who oversees our clinic and manages the clinic’s administration and development. A graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University with a degree in health science, Anna initially joined the clinic as an intern. She holds certifications as a CIRS Coach and Consultant, as well as a Hyperbaric Technician. Anna is deeply committed to holistic health, non-toxic living, and reducing the impacts of the Opioid Crisis while also striving to help patients heal from CIRS and achieve overall wellness.
Grace McGill, APRN is a Nurse Practitioner and Board member who sees patients in our clinics and helps us provide comprehensive medical treatment for these complex disorders. She is helping us define and organize our medical care as we expand our services to other sites.
Dr. Daryl Gioffre, DC, brings a wealth of knowledge, including a background in functional nutrition and chiropractic care. As a highly sought-after gut health and inflammation specialist with over two decades of experience, Dr. Gioffre is an invaluable asset to our team. Through his business, Alkamind, he has developed products that promote health and wellness. Passionate about our mission, Dr. Gioffre will be assisting with patient care as we expand our services.
Christina Lavallee, RN, is an experienced Registered Nurse with 17 years of dedicated service in the medical field. Her career has been marked by a focus on addressing illness within the traditional medical system and educating countless patients. Christina is working with our clinic as a CIRS Coach and Consultant and Site Coordinator at our Grace Church location, utilizing her extensive skills to promote wellness and healing.
Lillian Easterly Smith, BCPC serves as our clinic’s Lifestyle Counselor. She is a licensed Pastor and Chaplain with numerous other certifications including certifications as a Pastoral Counselor, Health and Wellness Coach, and Fitness Instructor, Lillian counsels and coaches our patients in various ways, including general counseling, prayer counseling, and lifestyle counseling. Her holistic approach and compassionate guidance help patients navigate their health and wellness journeys, providing support and encouragement every step of the way.
MOLD ILLNESS TREATMENT CENTERS
A network of free medical clinics in Southwest Florida focused on providing comprehensive and compassionate medical care for those suffering with Mold (Biotoxin) Illness. This has never been attempted on this scale after a natural disaster in the US. We partner with churches and other community organizations to provide our services at no cost to patients.
Mission: We restore hope for low income, underinsured patients suffering from Biotoxin illness through evidence based evaluations and treatment protocols.
Vision: Rewriting the paradigm for low income, underinsured Biotoxin Illness patients.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA FREE PAIN CLINIC
The only free medical clinic in the US specializing in the comprehensive treatment of acute and chronic pain.
Mission: We help restore hope for low income, uninsured patients in pain through comprehensive evaluations and treatment plans using holistic, compassionate, and opioid-free care.
Vision: Rewriting the paradigm for low income, uninsured pain patients.
CHRISTIAN CIRS NETWORK
A nationwide organization of professional dedicated to helping those with CIRS. Members include physicians, CIRS coaches and Functional Nutritionists, and Indoor Environmental Professionals.
Mission: Changing the paradigm of healthcare for CIRS patients by providing care for their body, mind, spirit and environment.
Vision: To educate the public about CIRS and create a network of Christian CIRS providers they can access for the most current, data-driven, holistic care.