Society for Student-Run Free Clinics

The Organizations purposes shall include, but not be limited to, promoting collaboration between student-run free clinics and encouraging the growth of new clinics.A student-run free clinic is an institution that provides care at a reduced or no cost to those in our society that may not otherwise be able to afford such services. These clinics are staffed by volunteers seeking opportunities to provide care to populations such as the uninsured and homeless while simultaneously enriching their education with real-life patient care. Student-run free clinic programs are collaborative efforts of various professionals and students, including medical, nursing, dental, dental hygiene, physician assistant students, residents, and faculty from medical schools and universities, typically in partnership with community partners. The clinics serve as a unique educational setting where students learn from their peers, mentors and their patients.