We feel a Clinic In A Can is the best solution for providing quality, low-cost medical clinics throughout the developing world. The Clinic In A Can is a turn-key solution that is much less expensive than building and equipping a standard clinic in the developing world.

Why use a shipping container?

A shipping container is a great building block for a portable clinic because there is already a worldwide system for transportation of each container. The steel container also provides a very sturdy structure to build a clinic.

What sets Clinic In A Can apart from other container clinic companies?

Clinic In A Can is a division of Hospitals of Hope, a medical missions nonprofit with over 14 years of international medical relief experience. Our staff has extensive experience doing medicine and building clinics in the developing world, as well as in engineering, design, construction, and business. We built our first Clinic In A Can in 2005 and have done extensive Research and Development since then, creating a high quality clinic that will prove effective in the developing world.

Is a Clinic In A Can well suited for a rural or remote setting?

A Clinic In A Can is perfect for rural or remote settings because it is completely self-contained and able to operate regardless of the surrounding infrastructure available.

Isn't it hot inside a metal box?

A Clinic In A Can is not merely a steel shelter but an secure, temperature stable, sound-isolated environment enabling a care provider to better serve. While inside the CIC (with the doors closed) a care provider can easily concentrate on their work due to the 30 decibel reduction of outside noise levels – the same amount of noise reduction attained with most foam earplugs(NRR28-32). Our container clinics are also resistant to small arms fire, providing a safe workplace even in dangerous locations. Watch videos of our ballistic testing here

Isn't it hot inside a metal box?

The primary downfall of using containers as buildings is the lack of insulation, causing extreme heat or cold inside the container. We have overcome this by insulating our container clinics with a spray-in polyurethane foam on all walls and the ceiling, effectively making a large thermos. After trying many different insulation techniques, we have found this to be the best solution, which is extremely effective. You can see a cross section of a typical wall here.

Do you have multiple designs for clinics?

We have several designs show here, but we also have designs not displayed on the website. Contact us to see more available designs.

Is a Clinic In A Can customizable?

Yes, all clinics are able to be customized to your desires, but an extra design fee may be charged.

Where are the container clinics made?

All clinics are produced at our facility in Wichita, Kansas, USA.

How long does it take to produce a clinic?

A standard 20′ container clinic takes about 20 business days to complete and a standard 40′ container clinic takes about 30 business days to complete. However, we normally have several units in stock for immediate purchase.

Do clinics come fully equipped?

Our container clinics can come either fully equipped or without equipment. Choose which you would prefer and we would be happy to offer you a quote.

How much does a clinic cost?

Pricing varies depending on the options included. Please contact us for more information

How do I find out more information?

Contact us for more information