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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 27th, 2026
South Carolina Physician Receives Outstanding Achievement Award
Recognized for Leadership, Service, and Improving
Medical Care for Patients
Raleigh, NC – Reshma Khan, MD, Director of the National Health Service of ICNA Relief USA and Medical Director and Founder of Shifa Free Clinic in Charleston, SC, has been awarded Constellation Quality Health’s Timothy Llewelyn, MD, Memorial Award in recognition for her outstanding patient care, integrity, compassion, and medical leadership in South Carolina. Constellation Quality Health Board member, Daniel T. Lackland, DrPH of MUSC presented the award during the South Carolina Medical Association’s annual meeting in Charleston on April 24, 2026.
With an enduring belief that ICNA Relief USA has a responsibility to strengthen society, Dr. Khan ensures that the spirit of togetherness, respect for diversity, and compassion is the cornerstone of the organization. As the founder of Shifa Free Clinic, she transformed a deeply personal calling to a nationally recognized model of compassionate, high-quality healthcare for uninsured and marginalized populations. According to her colleague, Lupe Barragan-Moser, her deep commitment to the uninsured and underserved was shaped by her work at the VA Medical Center in Charleston, where she cared for women facing poverty, homelessness, addiction, and trauma. "What distinguishes Dr. Khan is not only her excellence as an OB/GYN, but her willingness to sacrifice personal comfort and professional security in service to others."
Dr. Khan completed her OB/GYN residency at Saint Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio and worked in private practice in Indiana and Maryland before relocating to Charleston to work for the Ralph Johnson VA Medical Center as a staff physician. During her time at the VA, she founded the Shifa Free Clinic, which has grown into a comprehensive, multidisciplinary center providing medical care, preventative services, chronic disease management, hunger-prevention support, and referrals - delivering millions of dollars in care to the needy with exceptional efficiency. As Director of Health Services for ICNA Relief USA, she has mentored and supported the development of five additional clinics across the country, helping shape free-clinic standards and expand access to care.
Dr. Khan's long list of accomplishments include the State of South Carolina honoring her through an official legislative resolution, the Public and Community Service Award from the Atlantic Institute, the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award for volunteer service, the Prevent Cancer Foundation’s Laurels Award for Dedication to Community Service, the YWCA Greater Charleston #WhatWomenBring Award, the Leadership in Diversity Award from the Sisters of Charity Foundation, and she has been highlighted by the Association of American Medical Colleges for women making history in their communities.
In her nomination of Dr. Khan, Barragan-Moser stated, “She practices with humility, cultural sensitivity, and deep respect for every patient’s dignity, welcoming individuals regardless of background, immigration status, or belief. Through mentorship and example, she inspires future physicians to see medicine as service.”
Established in 2015, the Llewelyn Memorial Award honors the life and memory of one of Constellation’s long-serving board members, Timothy Llewelyn, MD, for his decades of service to the South Carolina medical community and many other professional, civic, and community activities.
About Constellation Quality Health
Constellation Quality Health is a leading health care quality organization based in Raleigh, NC, dedicated to bringing clarity and insight to the big picture in health care. Through cutting-edge technology, data analytics, and deep industry expertise, Constellation Quality Health provides actionable insights and strategic guidance to improve system performance while providing patient-centered, cost-effective care. More information,
