Women will be offered a pelvic exam. Additionally, information on health care as it pertains to sexually transmitted infections and related subjects will be provided. The Medical Clinic does not prescribe birth control. The LifeChoices Medical Clinic does not charge for most services, including medical care. Free testing is offered for the following Sexually Transmitted Infections:

For Female Clients:

HIV
Syphilis
Gonorrhea
Chlamydia
Trichomonas
Bacterial Vaginosis
Yeast

HIV
Syphilis
Gonorrhea
Chlamydia

If you are experiencing any symptoms of a Sexually Transmitted Infection, or have potentially been exposed to someone who is, it is important to get tested. Many STIs can be treated, and the sooner they are detected, the better it is for your overall sexual health. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your sexual health, please contact us today. You can make a confidential appointment with our Medical Clinic today by calling (417) 624-8030. Or, you can email our Clinic directly: clientservices@lifechoices4states.org .

Medical Clinic Staff

• LifeChoices Medical Clinic is professionally staffed by three nurses who are under the supervision of Dr. Chris Roberts, our Medical Director. Dr. Roberts received his BS in Biology at University of Missouri, where he then earned his Doctor of Medicine. He served four years as a resident at the University of Texas medical branch in Galveston, TX—Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is presently in private in Joplin, MO.

• Karolyn Schrage, RN, BSN is our Clinic Director.  A graduate of Ft. Hays State University, she has spent the past 20+ years overseas in Kenya directing a medical clinic there.  To read Karolyn's entire bio and see her contact information, click here.

• Mischa Long, RN, BSN is our Medical Services coordinator.  Mischa got her degree from Missouri Southern State University and worked at Lake Regional Hospital in Osage Beach before joining our Medical staff.  To read Mischa's entire bio and see her contact information, click here.

• Chaille Conklin, RN, is a longtime Missouri resident who is a graduate of Central Methodist College.  She has been a nurse for 28 years, and a labor and delivery nurse for over 12 years.  To read Chaille's entire bio and see her contact information, click here.

• In addition, a vast number of other physicians and medical professionals volunteer their time to enable us to provide better services to more clients.