Community at Meharry
Helping others in gratitude for those that helped us
Community Engagement and Clinical Opportunities
Being a Meharrian means being the change that you want to see.
Meharry Medical College is a dedicated health advocate for the Nashville community; especially those who are uninsured or underinsured, and those who have limited access to medical care.
Each year Meharry provides an uncompensated $26 million in medical and dental care to the local Nashville community at no cost to the patient. Additionally, Meharry reaches out to the community through a variety of programs that aid underserved populations such as the homeless and the elderly to help improve the quality of their health care.
Here To Serve
All Meharrians share one mission: to promote health caring. That’s why we support our Nashville community with free, compassionate medical and dental care — no insurance required.
Our no-cost care
For community members seeking support
Explore our free and low-cost services designed for you and your family. From prenatal care to dental services and chronic disease management, we meet you where you are with compassion, not costs.
Get Involved
For students, professionals and advocates
Join a legacy of change-makers. Amplify your impact through volunteer programs, knowledge-sharing, and youth empowerment.
Tennessee Rural Health Transformation Programs
The Meharry Tennessee Rural Health Transformation Programs are designed to strengthen health care access, improve health outcomes, and build lasting community-based solutions for rural families across the state. By connecting health care providers, community organizations, technology, and local resources, we are creating a healthier future for rural Tennessee.
Important Dates
Discover your road to achievement
Explore the many avenues for your graduate or professional education at Meharry.
News Feed
Meharry Medical College and Nashville General Hospital hosted Nashville Walks for Peace Saturday, Sept. 12, bringing physicians, medical students, first responders, families and community members together for a 5K race and 2-mile walk focused on preventing gun violence and promoting safer communities. Nashville was one of 10 cities to participate […]
Under the leadership of Dr. Lynn Todman, Professor and Chair of the Department of Population Health at the School of Global Health, the Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church has awarded Meharry’s School of Global Health (SGH) a $250,000 planning grant to advance maternal mental health during the postpartum […]
Nashville, TN — September 10, 2026 – Meharry Medical College is proud to announce Dr. Alfredo G. Torres has been named the recipient of the 2027 William A. Hinton Award for Advancement of a Diverse Community of Microbiologists. Torres, vice president and professor of Faculty Affairs and Development Department of […]