Lexington-Fayette Medical Reserve Corp
Cause Area
- Community
- Crisis Support
- Disaster Relief
- Emergency & Safety
- Health & Medicine
Location
650 Newtown PikeLexington, KY 40511 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
The mission of the Lexington-Fayette County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is to assist the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department in providing support during public health emergencies and ongoing public health intiatives.
Description
The Lexington-Fayette County Medical Reserve Corp recruits and trains current or retired physicians, dentists, veterinarians, pharmacists, nurses and others with relevant skills to help in emergencies as volunteers. Members of the Medical Reserve Corp may assist in mass dispensing clinics, provide assistance in special medical needs shelters, help with epidemiologic investigations, respond to telephone inquires, or assist with public outreach and education. The Medical Reserve Corps also welcomes volunteers with skills and experience in organizational support and development.