Our Mission
The Gesundheit! Institute is a project in holistic medical care based on the belief that one cannot separate the health of the individual from the health of the family, the community, the world, and the health care system itself.
About Patch Adams
Patch Adams is best known for his work as a medical doctor and a clown, and he is also a social activist who has devoted 30 years to changing America's health care system. He believes that laughter, joy and creativity are an integral part of the healing process.
About Gesundheit!
The institute began as a group of twenty friends, including three doctors, who moved into a six-bedroom home and called it a free hospital. The hospital was open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week for all manner of medical problems from birth to death.
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Recent Speaking Engagements
PATCH AND VICENTE FOX Patch spent a Saturday in Mexico with Former President of Mexico Vicente Fox. He spoke for Centro Fox, the former president’s nonprofit organization and was an absolute hit! Read more
PATCH AT ST BARNABAS HEALTH SYSTEM Patch was chosen as the 2010 St. Barnabas Hance Award recipient. Read more