Remote Area Medical (RAM®) provides free dental, vision, and medical care through volunteer-powered mobile clinics across the United States. Patients do not need insurance, and care is provided at no cost.
40+
YEARS OF SERVICE
1M+
patients served
$0
cost to patients
AS SEEN ON CBS
A national spotlight on our clinics and the dedicated volunteers providing essential, free care to underserved communities.
CBS NEWS • APRIL 5, 2026
SINCE 1985
FINANCIAL TRANSPARENCY
Remote Area Medical operates with absolute independence. We receive zero government funding, meaning every clinic, every pair of glasses, and every dental procedure is made possible by the trust and generosity of private donors like you.
Everyday supporters and private citizens who sustain our mobile clinics.
Dedicated funding from corporate foundations, trusts, and philanthropic organizations.
Strategic corporate partners who provide critical equipment, logistical support, and clinic sponsorships.
Forward-thinking legacy donors whose planned giving ensures RAM’s long-term sustainability.
Independent of federal or state grants. We are completely self-governed and community-driven.
The Problem We Solve
Gaps in the healthcare system leave countless individuals without options. We exist to fill the gaps, because we believe when people cannot reach care, care must reach them.
Millions of hardworking Americans lack health insurance and cannot afford private care. Minor symptoms often go untreated until they become serious health problems.
Without insurance, the full cost of care can put treatment out of reach. Even with insurance, deductibles and co-pays force many families to choose between medical care and basic necessities.
In many rural communities, the nearest doctor or dentist is hours away. We bridge this physical divide by bringing entire medical, dental, and vision clinics directly to the people who need them most.
How We Help
Our large-scale pop-up clinics transform fairgrounds, gymnasiums, and civic centers into comprehensive health centers. We provide free dental, vision, and medical care entirely on a first-come, first-served basis.
Our telehealth program delivers high-quality care directly to Tennessee communities through self-sustaining mobile units. An onsite Registered Nurse conducts triage and connects patients with a remote volunteer physician through a secure video consultation, helping address immediate health needs until a primary provider can be established.
Testimonials
Hear firsthand how free medical, dental, and vision care has changed lives in our communites.
It’s the best program you could go to. It’s just amazing.
Honestly, thank you for your hard work. You’re giving the community what they need, and it’s a weight off our shoulders.
This is a life-changing event. It just turns your world around.
Our corporate partners provide the critical financial support, equipment, and logistical resources required to deploy free clinics across the country.
