Essen Health Care: A Leader in Personalized Care

At Essen Health Care, we are dedicated to transforming how healthcare is delivered to the communities we serve, especially those who have historically faced barriers to access and quality care. For more than two decades, our organization has grown from a single primary care office into a comprehensive, integrated healthcare network serving patients across New York City and the surrounding region.

Who We Are

Essen Health Care is a multi-specialty healthcare delivery organization committed to providing compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to all patients, with a special focus on the vulnerable and underserved. Our network includes urgent care, primary care, specialty services, house calls, care management, and nursing home support—all designed to meet patients where they are and respond to their diverse needs.

With hundreds of providers across the city, we leverage the latest clinical research and evidence-based practices to deliver care that is both patient-centered and community-focused.

Our Mission & Vision

Our mission is simple but powerful: to innovate healthcare delivery and change the way care is provided in the communities we serve. We strive to build a model of care that is:

• High quality
• Accessible
• Cost-efficient
• Patient focused

Every patient who walks into one of our facilities should hear our message clearly: “We care for that.”

Our vision extends beyond clinical excellence. We aim to ensure that the most vulnerable and underserved populations can access food, housing and employment assistance to ensure their continued health.

Our values emphasize holistic, patient-centered care, treating each individual with dignity and respect while addressing both medical and social determinants of health.

Our Story

Essen’s journey began in 1999, when Dr. Sumir Sahgal, an internist driven by a passion for community health, opened Essen Medical Associates P.C. in the South Bronx. His vision was to create more than a traditional primary care practice: He wanted a healthcare hub where clinical care and social support could come together to improve overall community wellbeing.

From this humble beginning, Essen Health Care expanded to meet the growing needs of New York City’s underserved populations. Over the past twenty-plus years, we’ve evolved into an umbrella organization offering a broad spectrum of services—from women’s health, endocrinology, and psychiatry to urgent care and chronic disease management.

Our Commitment to You

As part of the communities we serve, we understand the challenges our patients face, from cost concerns to access barriers. That’s why we continue to innovate, adapt, and grow our services to meet the changing healthcare needs of our patients. Our integrated care model ensures that every individual receives personalized support, whether they visit us in-office, through telehealth, or at home.

At Essen Health Care, “Where Care Comes Together” isn’t just a slogan. It reflects our commitment to connecting people with the care they need, delivered with compassion, expertise, and respect.