Emergency System for Advance Registration of Volunteer Health Professionals (ESAR-VHP) is for licensed medical professionals only and is managed at the state level, with volunteers potentially deployed to hospitals during emergencies.

Eligibility: Participation is limited to individuals with a valid medical license or certification and students pursuing eligible professions.
Scope: This is a statewide program with opportunities to support federal response efforts

Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a national network of over 300,000 volunteers organized into approximately 800 community-based units across the United States and its territories. MRC units bring together local volunteers—including both medical/public health professionals and community members without healthcare backgrounds—who are committed to improving the health, safety, and resilience of their communities. Volunteers support preparedness initiatives, respond to emergencies, and assist with public health efforts during times of need. The MRC was created to streamline the recruitment, training, and deployment of volunteers during disasters and public health crises.

MRC units are made up of both medical and non-medical volunteers, and each unit tailors its activities to meet the specific needs of its region.

Eligibility: Participation is limited to individuals 18 years of age or older.

• Licensed healthcare professionals: Doctors, nurses, EMTs, pharmacists, behavioral health professionals, veterinarians, etc.
• Non-medical individuals: Interpreters, legal advisors, logistics coordinators, IT specialists, students, retirees, and anyone with a desire to help their community.

You don’t need a medical background to make a valuable impact.

Scope: This is a local program with opportunities to support local, state or federal response efforts.