In 1988-1989, the state of Tennessee funded Meharry’s Institute on Health Care for the Poor and Underserved to sponsor annual conferences, publish a quarterly journal, and operate an information clearinghouse. The support from the state for the three components of Meharry’s Institute encouraged a cross-fertilization of data, news, ideas, and viewpoints related to improving health and health care policy for underserved populations. The work of the Institute was grounded in the history of Meharry Medical College and supported by past and current research, education, and community engagement activities at the College.
Historical Photo: First Operation at Meharry Medical College, established 1876.