Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada

What Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada does

Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada (VMSN) is a Las Vegas-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2010 by Dr. Florence Jameson, MD, and Frank "Gard" Jameson. The organization provides free medical, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, maternity, laboratory, and social services to uninsured Southern Nevada residents whose household income does not exceed 250% of the Federal Poverty Level. All services are delivered at no cost to patients; eligibility screening occurs via a Monday-morning phone intake, and pediatric patients (17 and under) are enrolled without appointments. Two clinic locations serve patients: the Ruffin Family Clinic (1240 N. Martin Luther King Blvd., Las Vegas) and the Paradise Park Clinic (4770 Harrison Drive, Las Vegas), with extended Tuesday evening hours at Ruffin provided through the UNLV Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine partnership.

Service breadth spans primary and specialty care (dermatology, podiatry, nephrology, orthopedics, OB/GYN, psychiatry), a dedicated maternity care clinic, cancer screenings, on-site pharmacy, full dental services at the Ruffin Family Dental Clinic and NV Energy Foundation Oral Health Clinic, and Social and Behavioral Health Intervention Services (SBHIS) addressing food insecurity, legal concerns, transportation, domestic violence, and mental health. A recently upgraded integrated database connects medical, dental, and behavioral health records to support coordinated care. Clinical capacity is sustained by an extensive volunteer model licensed providers and medical education partnerships with UNLV (medicine, dental), Roseman University (pharmacy, dental), Nevada State University (nursing), and College of Southern Nevada (dental hygiene).

VMSN does not generate fee-for-service revenue; the operating model is funded entirely through philanthropic contributions. According to 2025 disclosures, the organization raised approximately $2.36M in individual gifts and pledges, $2.34M in foundation and corporate grants, and $2.73M in in-kind donations (medications, supplies), with notable grants from MGM Resorts Foundation, Delta Dental Community Care Foundation, Wynn Resorts Foundation, San Manuel Gaming and Hospitality Authority, Dignity Health/Common Spirit, Intermountain Health, and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. The organization has grown from a 6-person founding staff to over 30 paid staff augmented by hundreds of volunteer clinicians, students, and community supporters.

Name

Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada

Legal name

Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada

Website

https://vmsn.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada is a Las Vegas-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides free medical, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, and maternity services to uninsured Southern Nevada residents at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level, operating two clinic locations staffed largely by volunteers and medical students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Health Services

NAICS

Ambulatory Health Care Services (621), Other Ambulatory Health Care Services (6219), Social Assistance (624), Other Individual and Family Services (62419)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) (HLAFAGAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Outpatient Mental Health & Counseling Clinics (HLAFABAC)

Keywords

• Community health services
• Free medical care
• Uninsured patient care
• Nonprofit healthcare clinic
• Charitable health services

Headquarters

HQ city

Las Vegas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Grant Funding: Major grants from foundations and organizations including MGM Resorts Foundation ($80,000 for OB/GYN), Wynn Resorts Foundation (Pharmacy), San Manuel Gaming and Hospitality Authority ($50,000 for Dental), Delta Dental Community Care Foundation ($70,000), Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Maternity), Canarelli Family Foundation (Medical/Dental), Intermountain Health (Laboratory testing), and Dignity Health through Common Spirit (Community Health Improvement)
2. Individual Gifts and Pledges: Direct donations from individuals including outright gifts (cash, check, credit card), closely held stock, appreciated securities, pledges (quarterly, semiannual, annual), and recurring donor programs. In 2025: $2,358,135 in gifts and pledges
3. In-Kind Donations: Medications, medical supplies, dental supplies, and other in-kind contributions from donors and pharmaceutical assistance programs. In 2025: $2,728,095 in in-kind donations
4. Planned Giving: Bequests through wills/living trusts, beneficiary designations on retirement accounts/insurance policies/bank accounts, and life insurance gifts

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada (VMSN) provides free, comprehensive medical, dental, pharmacy, maternity, behavioral health, social, and cancer screening services to uninsured and low-income residents of Southern Nevada. Care is delivered through two clinic locations (Ruffin Family Clinic and Paradise Park Clinic) plus an extended-hours UNLV Community Clinic partnership, with services available at no cost to patients at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level.

Product overview

Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada operates as a unified nonprofit healthcare organization providing free, comprehensive health services to uninsured and low-income residents of Southern Nevada. The organization offers an integrated suite of clinical services including Primary Care (adult and pediatric preventative, chronic, and acute care), Specialty Care (dermatology, podiatry, nephrology, orthopedics, OB/GYN, psychiatry), Maternity Care Clinic, Cancer Screenings, Pharmacy Services, Dental Services (at Ruffin Family Dental Clinic and Paradise Park location), Social and Behavioral Intervention Services, and Laboratory/Imaging. Services are delivered through two physical clinic locations (Ruffin Family Clinic and Paradise Park Clinic) with partnerships including UNLV School of Medicine for extended evening hours. The organization does not offer a software product; all offerings are direct patient care services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Primary Care Services Adult and pediatric preventative, chronic, and acute primary medical care including wellness visits, chronic disease management, and acute care treatment, provided free to uninsured patients at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level.
• Specialty Care Services
• Maternity Care Clinic
• Cancer Screening Services
• Pediatric Care
• Pharmacy Services
• Dental Services
• Social and Behavioral Health Intervention Services (SBHIS)
• Laboratory and Imaging Services
• UNLV Community Clinic (Evening Hours)

Quantifiable outcome

• A1C levels improved from 12% to 7% for diabetic patients
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLVcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2024Partnership for UNLV Community Clinic at VMSN Ruffin Family Clinic. Medical students gain hands-on experience in community healthcare while providing extended evening hours (Tuesdays 5pm-8pm) for patients. Collaboration includes faculty physicians, staff, residents, and medical students volunteering.
• UNLV Family and Community Medicine Residency ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2024Chief Resident Dr. Gursharan Narwal leads rotations at VMSN, providing comprehensive patient care. Residents gain experience in community healthcare settings while contributing to patient services.
• Nevada State UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNursing students embark on six-week clinical rotations at VMSN, working alongside volunteer and staffed providers to gain hands-on healthcare experience.
• Make the Road NevadaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNewest community partnership focused on building power of Latinx and working-class people of color through organizing, policy innovation, and transformative education.
• Consulate of Mexico Las VegasminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership to provide resources for residents in need, including navigating education, healthcare, civil rights, legal services, and community integration assistance for patients.
• Treasure Island Hotel and CasinominorGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnual backpack drive partnership since clinic creation. Employees host school supply drive and donations support VMSN families in financial need. Backpack drives serve 300-500+ children annually.
• Roseman University School of Health Sciences College of PharmacyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for pharmacy services including one-on-one medication management consulting for patients.
• UNLV School of Dental MedicineminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudents from UNLV School of Dental Medicine volunteer at Ruffin Family Dental Clinic.
• College of Southern NevadaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDental hygiene and assisting students volunteer at VMSN dental clinics.
• Roseman University of Health Sciences, College of Dental Medicine UtahminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDental students volunteer at VMSN dental clinics.
• Interfaith Contemplative CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOpened at Paradise Park Clinic focusing on contemplative spirituality's role in coping with chronic illness, anxiety, and stress. Offers meditation, labyrinth walks, sound bath, yoga classes.
• LGBTQ Center (HIV Rapid Start Program)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHIV Rapid Start program partnership for HIV screening and treatment guidance, working to eliminate HIV cases in Las Vegas.
• Signs of HOPEminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal nonprofit organization; participated in Denim Day to support sexual assault survivors.
• Al-Maun (Neighborly Needs)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-hosted first annual Be The Light Youth Conference with VMSN. Organized Humanitarian Day event at Masjid As-Sabur providing essential items and healthcare information.
• United Way of Southern NevadaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVMSN participated in United Way Day of Caring, writing letters to seniors through Letters Against Isolation.
• Kendra ScottminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFundraising events where percentage of purchases donated to VMSN.
• Allyfe Pregnancy ClinicminorGTM or Marketing PartnerReferral partner for Maternity Care Clinic.
• Adopt a Vet Dental ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership hosting ribbon-cutting at new North Las Vegas clinic, expanding dental access for veterans.
• Nevada Health CentersminorOthersListed as referral resource for low-income patients; offers sliding fee scale for uninsured patients.

Scale indicators20 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Nevada Health Centers: Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operating multiple Las Vegas-area clinics with sliding-fee primary care for uninsured and underinsured patients. VMSN itself lists Nevada Health Centers as a referral partner. Comparable patient population, services, and Southern Nevada geography, though it accepts Medicaid and uses a different funding model.
• Hope Medical Clinic (Las Vegas): Volunteer-staffed free clinic in Southern Nevada providing free primary care and specialty services to uninsured residents. Operates on a similar volunteer-physician model serving the same demographic and geography as VMSN.
• First Med Health and Wellness Center: Las Vegas-based community health provider offering primary care, dental, and behavioral health on a sliding-fee scale to uninsured and low-income patients. Direct service-line overlap with VMSN (primary care, dental, behavioral health) in the same Southern Nevada market.
• Martin Luther King Health Center: Shreveport, Louisiana-based free clinic providing free medical, dental, and pharmacy services to uninsured patients using volunteer providers. Strong model parallel to VMSN: safety-net clinic, volunteer-driven, comprehensive service offering.
• Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) — National Network: National umbrella of free clinics founded on the same volunteer-driven model as VMSN. Operates affiliate clinics across the U.S. using retired and volunteer physicians to provide free care to uninsured adults. Most directly comparable in mission, patient eligibility, and operating model.

Others

• Intermountain Health: Large nonprofit health system operating hospitals across the Intermountain West and providing laboratory grant funding to VMSN. Adjacent rather than competing; relevant comparator for how large health systems partner with safety-net providers.
• UNLV School of Medicine (Kirk Kerkorian): Academic medical partner that runs the UNLV Community Clinic co-located at VMSN's Ruffin Family Clinic and supplies residents and students. Not a competitor; a strategic partner that could itself expand into direct safety-net service delivery.
• Dignity Health / CommonSpirit Health: Large Catholic health system that operates hospitals and community health programs across Nevada and is also a current VMSN grant funder (Community Health Improvement Grant). Adjacent rather than directly competing, but overlapping in safety-net population and population health initiatives.
• National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFCC): National trade association representing 1,400+ free and charitable clinics including VMSN. Not a peer operator, but the relevant ecosystem/network organization comparable in mission alignment; useful reference for sector benchmarks.

Emerging players

• Health Care for the Homeless (Houston): Federally funded Health Care for the Homeless program operating in Houston with primary care, dental, and behavioral health for uninsured and unhoused populations. Comparable in serving uninsured vulnerable populations with integrated services, though with different funding structure (HRSA grant vs. philanthropy).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles26 records

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