As a family practice, the Dispensary treats patients of all ages for acute and chronic illnesses, as well as pre-natal and post-natal care and other services. Common medical problems in the region include diabetes, epilepsy, various infections, and health issues arising from poor nutrition and lack of sanitation. The Dispensary also provides partial or total reimbursement to needy patients when outside examinations, treatments, hospitalizations or surgeries are required.
The Dispensary uses trained allopathic (traditional Western) physicians, and also approaches its healing through a combination of trained aurvedic (traditional Indian), homeopathic, Chinese, and chiropractic doctors. Doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals from around the world have volunteered their services at the Meher Free Dispensary, supplementing the permanent staff.
The Meher Free Dispensary is supported entirely through donations from those who feel drawn to help.
