Medical Teams International

Medical Teams International is an humanitarian organization that responds to situations of disaster, conflict, and poverty. They also coordinate medical and dental missions into under-developed countries. Through this non-profit organization Dr. Etheredge has been able to provide dental care to communities in Mexico, Kiribati, and many other Central American countries. MTI’s mission is to bring hope and healing to those who would be considered most marginalized.

"I love being a dentist for many reasons. One reason is that through this profession I have been given an opportunity to serve others who can not readily access dental care. It has been a special joy to have been able to participate in these missions with family, friends, and employees. All of us who go on these missions value the unique opportunity to share our healthcare skills and our heart with those we serve." Dr. Phil Etheredge

This organization also has four mobile dental vans which are traveling clinics providing care to those in Washington state who can not afford dental treatment. These vans are staffed by volunteer dentists, assistants, and hygienists.