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IMANA changes the lives of those in need all over the globe. Your generous support goes towards supplies, medicine, water & sanitation projects, health centers, and professional development. It makes it possible for us to continue our work. Donate today for a more compassionate world.

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Our Focus

IMANA Medical Relief

IMANA medical Relief is dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through disaster response, provision of basic healthcare to underserved communities, development programs and knowledge transfer through the participation of providers of all backgrounds. Its missions have provided timely and effective aid for the sick and injured in several countries, while its hospitals, basic health units, clinics, and collaborative projects take care of the poor and needy.

Continuing Medical Education

IMANA is accredited by the ACCME as a provider of continuing medical education. IMANA offers live and virtual CME activities, including courses, conferences, and workshops.

IMANA’s long-standing commitment to offering quality continuing medical education for physicians and healthcare professionals reinforces our mission to optimize patient care. Register on our LMS for online CME courses at med.imana.org

Programs

IMANA’s Mentorship Program provides a safe place to create valuable connections and share knowledge regardless of where you are in your career journey. Additionally, our Scholarship Program annually provides financial assistance to full-time students pursuing a career in the fields of medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, and allied health. IMANA also provides monthly webinars of various topics from field experts for all to learn from.

Navigate through our website to learn more about our programs and services.

What is IMANA?

Founded in 1967, the Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA) is a leading resource and network for American-Muslim physicians, dentists and other healthcare professionals in North America. We provide professional networking opportunities for healthcare practitioners. We act as a resource for educational institutions and medical professionals who want to know more about how to best serve their Muslim patients. We provide networking and mentoring for medical students for their schooling or medical career choices. We have active medical relief programs and emergency relief efforts to respond to disasters. We help build healthcare capacity and facilitate medical knowledge transfer around the world.

“IMANA fosters health promotion, disease prevention, and health maintenance in communities around the world through direct patient care, health programs, and advocacy.”

Get Involved

Volunteer

IMANA Medical Relief is dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through disaster response, providing basic health care to underserved communities, and developing programs to transfer knowledge to affected communities. Our missions have provided timely and effective aid for people throughout the world. IMR provides a platform for physicians and allied health care professionals to participate in medical relief activities in various projects.

Keep an eye on our Volunteer page for opportunities to serve those most in need.

In Memory of Dr. Syed Mubin Akhtar

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of Dr. Akhtar’s passing today in Pakistan. A visionary leader with a kind heart, Dr. Akhtar was instrumental in establishing IMANA in 1968. He served as the first president of the organization, then known as the Islamic Medical Association (IMA) and laid the foundation for its mission of promoting Islamic values within the medical community.

American-Muslim Physicians Home Safe from Journey to Gaza

Four humanitarian-minded medical doctors, members of the nonprofit Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA) have safely returned to the United States following an intense journey to southern Gaza. As bombings and attacks continued, these physicians put their own safety aside to provide critical medical care to thousands of maimed, burned, and traumatized men, women, and children of the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

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Make this Mother's Day truly special by joining us for a purposeful evening.Be inspired by Dr. Azeem Elahi, a dedicated volunteer from our AidGaza mission, as he shares his firsthand experiences and the incredible impact of our medical team's work. Plus, special guests include Hassan Shibly, Esq., founder of Muslim Legal, Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, former NBA player, and Nida Saleem, IMANA's Executive Director.Register now at attend.imana.org/aidg#imanacarest#mothersdayr#healthh#aidgazaHealth #AidGaza ... See MoreSee Less
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Dr. Danielle Witkowski's journey with IMANA's ServeSyria mission beautifully illustrates the profound impact of cross-cultural healing. 💖From treating Syrian refugees in Jordan to embracing new experiences, she found deep meaning in service and the richness of diverse cultures. You too can join in creating more moments of connection and compassion by volunteering for a future IMANA medical mission. Together, we can make a difference beyond borders! 🫶Ready to make a difference? Find volunteering opportunities today: www.imana.org/imr/vo#imanacaresI#servesyriaS#IMANAvolunteersV#supportimanapportIMANA ... See MoreSee Less
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In Pakistan, your influence this year has been synonymous with compassion.Thanks to the ServePakistan medical teams, your support has resonated deeply, bringing forth healthier lives and brighter tomorrows. During a weeklong deployment recently, we’ve treated 2,282 patients, with a focus on providing care to females and children.Your support fuels hope for a brighter tomorrow. Let's keep making a difference together! 🌍🤝#IMANAcares #ServePakistan #HealthierCommunities ... See MoreSee Less
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Locations:

Virginia: 9681 Main Street, Suite B, Fairfax, VA 22031

Phone:

202-559-3765

Fax:

630-932-0005

Email:

[email protected]

IMANA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations to IMANA and IMANA Medical Relief are tax exempt. Tax ID: #36-4166125

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