Founded in 1996, the Cliff Whetten Clinic Elfrida AZ was Chiricahua Community Health Centers’ first site, honoring one of its founding board members. Located in the Sulphur Springs Valley, this clinic delivers a full spectrum of services—including medical and dental care, behavioral health, insurance eligibility and enrollment support, and more—to families across rural Cochise County.
Whether you’re looking for routine check-ups or specialized care, Cliff Whetten Clinic Elfrida AZ offers comprehensive support. Our services include adult and pediatric medicine, trusted dental care, behavioral health counseling, lab testing, nutrition counseling, pharmacy services, well-woman health checks, vaccination services, and access to visiting specialists.
Our on-site laboratory operates Monday through Thursday by appointment, with hours from 7:00 AM to 11:45 AM and 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, taking a lunch break from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. Please note that on Thursdays the lab closes at noon.
As a Federally Qualified Health Center, Cliff Whetten Clinic Elfrida AZ embodies CCHCI’s mission to make healthcare accessible to everyone—regardless of insurance or background. From primary medical services to social supports, we strive to meet our community’s needs where they are.
You’ll find us at 10566 North Highway 191, Elfrida, AZ 85610. Our rural location ensures access to compassionate care without long-distance travel—a real benefit for families in the Sulphur Springs Valley.
JOINED CHIRICAHUA IN 2023
I believe in the mission here at Chiricahua Community Health Center to bring the best dentistry to the people who need it most.
Why I Believe in the Mission of CCHCI
I believe in providing efficient health care and constantly seeking ways to increase access of healthcare to rural areas. CCHCI removes the stigma attached to rural health care. We work hard to bring the highest quality healthcare to Cochise County and beyond.
Northern Arizona University Dental Hygiene Program
Flagstaff, Arizona
Practice Interests
Dentistry of all ages
High Anxiety/Special Needs
Patients Seen
9 months and older
Dr. Joshua Jean is a board-certified family medicine physician providing compassionate, patient-centered care to adults across Cochise County. Since joining Chiricahua in 2020, Dr. Jean has been committed to improving access to quality healthcare and supporting healthier communities.
Dr. Jean believes in Chiricahua’s mission of Health for All, emphasizing accessible care for every individual and community. He values the collaboration between clinics, providers, and staff working together to ensure patients receive the care they deserve, regardless of background or circumstance.
Inspired by his international experiences, Dr. Jean developed a deep appreciation for what matters most: health, family, and meaningful relationships. He brings a thoughtful, minimalist approach to medicine, focusing on what truly benefits his patients.
Outside of the clinic, he enjoys traveling, running, and wildlife photography.
Chiricahua Community Health Centers, Inc. is a mission driven Federally Qualified Health Center and a tax exempt not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Founded in 1996 as a small, rural health clinic operating in a community center, Chiricahua has since grown to become the largest primary care organization in southeastern Arizona, serving more than 35,000 patients annually. Chiricahua operates fifteen fixed-site medical, dental, behavioral health and pharmacy clinics, and five mobile-medical and mobile-dental units, that serve patients throughout the more than 6200 square mile borderlands of Cochise County.
Any compliance related complaints may be
reported by calling the compliance hotline at:
520-515-8677
All other complaints can be submitted by emailing:
cchci@cchci.org
Registered Charity Number: 86-0814898 - For Tax-deductible donations in AZ, the QCO Code is 20043 This health center receives HHS funding and has Federal PHS deemed status with respect to certain health or health-related claims, including medical malpractice claims, for itself and its covered individuals.
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