MCD Global Health, a public health nonprofit and member of the National Network of Public Health Institutes, is recognized in the United States and internationally as a leader, innovator, and trusted partner.

With our partners, we improve the health and well-being of people around the world by applying public health solutions in innovative and locally led ways.

VISION

We envision a world in which all people have access to high-quality and enduring solutions to improve and maintain their health and well-being. By being a trustworthy partner and internationally recognized leader in different focus areas, we find cross-cultural and cost-effective solutions for vulnerable and historically underserved communities.

MISSION

MCD's mission is to improve the health and well-being of people around the world through enduring, high-quality, cost-effective, and universally accessible public health solutions.

HOW WE WORK

We're known for being a collaborative, hands-on, and long-term partner. Whether it's tackling today's emerging issues or the complex health needs that have challenged communities for decades, our team is always learning and innovating.

WE'RE ON IT!

Top Challenges in Global Health

Vector-borne Diseases

The emergence and increased transmission of vector-borne diseases is a growing concern around the world. Living in a globally connected society, it is important to quickly respond to and mitigate the risks of such diseases.

Capacity Building

A skilled and well-trained public health workforce is vital. With the use of customized training, technical assistance, and workforce development, health workers are able to provide high-quality care in their communities.

Access to Care

Provider availability, wait times, geography, transportation, costs, and other factors affect a person's ability to access the care they need. With the use of digital health and other initiatives, gaining access has become more convenient overall.

OUR APPROACH

We hit the ground running in low-resource areas, from placing staff to launching projects. You know what your communities need; we help with the how. We come with expertise and humility, listening to community members and working with local organizations to identify effective approaches and strategies.

"MCD is made up of more than 400 employees around the world and works closely with its public, private, and civil-society partners and donors. We are a growing organization, having started in rural Maine and expanding to across the region, the U.S., and around the world."

—Dr. Chris Schwabe, CEO & Executive Director

HPV pilot vaccination campaign and
New England Rural Health Association

First-ever vaccination campaign against HPV takes place in Equatorial Guinea as part of MCD's Cervical Cancer and Screening Treatment project

NERHA and MCD form a new strategic and collaborative alliance

2024
Rebranded as MCD Global Health
New malaria project in Mozambique

MCD, MCDI, MCD Public Health rebranded as MCD Global Health as a more centralized organization

Funded by USAID, MCD leads USAID-funded U.S. President's Malaria Initiative Malaria Capacity Strengthening Program in Mozambique

2022
Two prestigious awards received by MCD

Camden National Bank awarded Evelyn Kieltyka, former chairperson of MCD's Board of Directors, 2020 Leaders and Luminaries Spotlight Award for contributions to MCD

Joint venture of MCD and the Climate Foundation recognized as one of the top 100 highest-scoring proposals in 100&Change competition

2020
MCD receives P3 Impact Award

U.S. Department of State awarded MCD and partners P3 Impact Award for work done through Bioko Island Malaria Elimination Project

2019
Restructuring of organization

Consolidation of MCD's international and U.S. programs

2017
Member of NNPHI

MCD becomes member of National Network of Public Health Institutes, a network of thought leaders and innovative change agents

2014
Malaria Vaccine Initiative established
Healthy Lincoln County becomes partner

MCD's Equatoguinean Malaria Vaccine Initiative (EGMVI) established

Healthy Lincoln County in Maine partners with MCD

2013
Northeast Telehealth Resource Center (NETRC) established

NETRC is one of 14 national Telehealth Resources Centers and provides telehealth technical assistance in New England and New York

2011
FAA Project implemented in Madagascar

MCD implemented Fonds d'Appui l'Assainissement project in Madagascar from 2010–2020, resulting in 4.5 million people gaining access to improved sanitation and hand-washing stations

2010
Established Bioko Island Malaria Control Project (BIMEP)

Bioko Island Malaria Elimination Project (BIMEP) established to use monitoring and evaluation, surveillance, and preventative approaches in controlling malaria in Equatorial Guinea

2004
Registered as USAID PVO agency

MCD registered as a Private Voluntary Organization (PVO) agency with USAID, which are important partners in USAID's work to address a broad range of development, humanitarian, and health challenges

1990s
Organized conference on emergency health care

MCD organized and facilitated International Conference on Emergency Health Care Development attended by 500 professionals from 60 countries

1989
MCD International founded

MCD designated as primary agency for coordinating, creating, and evaluating education in medical facilities in every Maine community

MCD International founded to meet needs of low-resource nations

1977
MCD founded

Medical Care Development (MCD) founded and incorporated in Augusta, Maine, as a nonprofit to manage a Regional Medical Program and support development of Maine's rural health system and public health infrastructure.

1966