Founded in 1999, the Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance (MVA) seeks to eliminate health disparities by developing and supporting collaborative initiatives between Meharry Medical College, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, community partners and the individuals, families and communities they serve.

Karen Winkfield, MD, PhD, executive director, leads the Alliance in expanding its community-engaged research initiatives while continuing to cultivate its existing programs. 

Community & Lifestyle

Health Care

Medical Devices

Research

Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance

Karen Winkfield

Nicolette Thayer

Ethan C.

Rami Hussien

Jake Cabiao

Audrey Martin

Calandra Whitted

Program Management

Teams at Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance

Program Management