Street Medicine Phoenix

About Us

Street Medicine Phoenix (SMP) is a student-driven interprofessional health care and social justice team coordinated by the Zuckerman College of Public Health that brings together students and faculty from the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, Mayo Clinic, Midwestern University, and Creighton University. We provide health care and other needed services to individuals experiencing homelessness directly where they are, whether in shelters, encampments, or on the streets. SMP utilizes a biopsychosocial, trauma-informed model of care, meaning each individual's well-being is holistically addressed in the context of their specific goals and needs. Our student volunteers and preceptors provide this goal-negotiated, person-centered care to ensure that each individual experiencing homelessness obtains what they need to improve their overall quality of life.

Street Medicine Phoenix in action

Our Mission

Our mission is to meet the unmet needs of Phoenix's homeless population living and sleeping on the streets.

Our Vision

Our vision is to walk side-by-side with and advocate for individuals experiencing homelessness in Phoenix as they strive to overcome personal obstacles and societal stigmas in the pursuit of well-being, happiness, and a home.

Our Services

Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Screening
Cholesterol Screening
Hemoglobin A1c Screening
Physical Health Assessment (heart, lungs, etc.)
Acute Medical Care (wound care, foot care, etc.)
Hepatitis A, Flu, & COVID-19 Vaccination
Narcan distribution
Vision Screening & RX Glasses
Veterinary Medicine
Mental Health Screening

Health and Hygiene Education
Medication Reconciliation
Functions and Movements Assessment
Assistance with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living)
Social Determinants of Health Assessment
Referrals to Federally Qualified Health Centers and Other Community Resources
HIV & Hep-C Screening
And More…

*Data last updated June 20, 2024

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Street medicine: Bringing health care to Phoenix’s unsheltered homeless

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Podcast

WRPHTC Keeping Up with Public Health - Episode 28: Street Medicine Programs

Episode Description
Collaborative efforts of Street Medicine Programs that work across disciplines and sectors to meet the complex health needs of individuals experiencing homelessness. Guests: Jeffery Hanna, MPH, MSc, Robert Fauer, MD, Brett Feldman, MSPAS, PA-C, Catherine Miller, BSc, Justin Zeien, MD, MPH.

Continuing Education Credits, Transcript, and additional Resources available at: https://moodle.publichealth.arizona.edu/course/view.php?id=499

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