MEDICAL MISSIONS · GUATEMALA · MEXICO
Minnesota Doctors for People
For 20 years, MDP has sent teams of medical and non-medical volunteers to provide free care to underserved communities.
MDP is celebrating 20 years of mission — join us August 22, 2026
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Who we are
Minnesota Doctors for People assembles teams to bring free medical care to communities that rarely see a doctor. We're a small, volunteer-run nonprofit out of Mankato — doctors, nurses, pharmacists, interpreters, and regular people — who travel each year to rural Guatemala and the Chiapas region of southern Mexico to set up clinics in villages where care is otherwise out of reach.
We work with local churches and service organizations who know their communities, trust us because we keep coming back, and tell us exactly where care is needed most.
In 20 years we've made 35 trips, seen over 15,000 patients, and sent more than 350 volunteers.
There’s a place for you on these trips
MDP trips need a full team. Find where you fit.
Medical Volunteer
If you work in medicine, your skills are needed. MDP trips are built around a core clinical team: doctors, nurses, pharmacists, PAs, and students
Interpreter
Interpreters are essential to every trip. If you speak Spanish - fluently or conversationally - you can bridge the gap between patients and providers in a way no one else can.
General Volunteer
Some of our most valuable volunteers have never seen a patient. They've stocked and managed the pharmacy, captured the stories, kept the clinic running. No medical background required — there is a role for you.
Getting started
From curious to clinic. Here’s what the process looks like to get involved with an MDP trip.
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Fill out a short form telling us who you are, what you do, and what draws you to the mission.
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Within a week, a member of the MDP team will be in touch to learn more about you, answer your questions, and talk through what a trip actually involves.
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Based on your background, availability, and the roles needed, we'll match you to a specific trip — either Guatemala or Chiapas, Mexico — where you'll be the most useful.
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Before you leave, you'll connect with your fellow volunteers, go through an orientation, and get everything you need to know — what to pack, what to expect, and how the clinic runs.
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You go. Fly down with your team and get to work.
Stories from the Blog
Our blog is written by volunteers sharing stories of what they have seen and reflections on their experiences.
“It is one of those opportunities that is difficult to adequately explain But within oneself it is life-changing.”
— Dr. Aaron Johnson
Medical Doctor
“I experienced beauty firsthand, and it would take a fool to ever see the world the same after witnessing such things.”
— Adrian Brown
College Student & Translator
“When arriving in the Trinidad community where we will have clinic, the community members are in full swing preparing a space for our clinic The mission of MDP is a powerful one and everyone wants to be involved in some way.”
— Maximilian BrownGeneral Volunteer working the pharmacy
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Frequently Asked Questions
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We offer a range of solutions designed to meet your needs—whether you're just getting started or scaling something bigger. Everything is tailored to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
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Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.
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We combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart.
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You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.
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We offer flexible pricing based on project type and complexity. After an initial conversation, we’ll provide a transparent quote with no hidden costs.
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime with the contact form below - we will get back to you in a timely manner.
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Contact the Team
If you have any questions that we can help answer, please don’t hesitate to reach out using the contact form.
A member of the MDP team will reach out to you via email in a timely manner.
