Wisconsin Medical Reserve Corps

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Fourteen Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) units from Massachusetts and New Hampshire supplied over 250 volunteers (both medical and non-medical) to the Boston Athletic Association to provide medical and other support for the Boston Marathon - in medical tents along the route and at the finish line. These volunteers were there to provide first aid and other assistance to the runners and spectators. Following the explosions, they saw blast injuries, severe burns and traumatically amputated limbs. While they did not expect the explosions, they were prepared and capable of delivering emergency first aid, including applying tourniquets to halt life threatening bleeding, and helping to transport the injured. MRC volunteers also worked in temporary shelters stood up for runners who were evacuated from the marathon course, and provided mental health support to those affected by the event.

…and Wisconsin’s MRC units have provided care and support for local events such as:
Dane County –

• Syttende Mai Run, Stoughton 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013. Provide medical and general assistance.
• National Kidney Foundation Run, Madison WI –2011 & 2012 - featured medical provider for the 5k run/walk.
• Safety Fair, 2012 – held in conjunction with the Dane County Farmers’ Market

Racine County –

• Ironman Triathlon, Racine 2010, 2011, 2012
• Waukesha Air Show, Waukesha 2011, 2012
• Skeleton Scamper, Racine 2010, 2011
• Color Run, Racine 2012
• Medication Collection, Racine – 2008-2013 (2 x yr.)
• 2013 Electric Run, Racine
• 2013 Party on the Pavement, Racine

Wisconsin Animal Response Corps –

• Mass Casualty Drill, 2011 Stevens Point

For more information about Wisconsin MRC Units, contact the Wisconsin Coordinator nearest to you or of most interest to you. 

Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is working to improve the health and safety of communities in Wisconsin and across the country. Volunteers donate their time and expertise to prepare for and respond to emergencies and promote healthy living throughout the year. MRC organizes and utilizes medical and public health professionals such as physicians, nurses, pharmacists, dentists, veterinarians, and epidemiologists. Many community members—interpreters, chaplains, office workers, legal advisors, and others—can fill key support positions. Overview of Medical Reserve Corps (PDF, 115 KB)

To become a Volunteer with a Wisconsin  Medical Reserve Corps Unit, contact the Wisconsin Coordinator nearest to you or of most interest to you. 

If you are interested in establishing a Medical Reserve Corps (exit DHS) in your community, contact the Wisconsin State MRC Coordinator.

For more information on the National Medical Reserve Corps, visit the Division of the Civilian Volunteer Medical Reserve Corps (exit DHS).  

Wisconsin Statute Chapter 257 (exit DHS) provides liability and worker's compensation for specified licensed health professionals deployed as volunteers during a declared emergency. To be considered for this coverage, you must join WEAVR. Wisconsin Medical Reserve Corps Units utilize WEAVR as their electronic registration system.

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Last Revised:  May 20, 2013