Everyday, countless unused medical supplies are discarded by hospitals, healthcare facilities, and medical supply distributors in the U.S. This occurs while developing countries throughout the world are in desperate need of these items.

Frequently Asked Questions - MedWish International

I am traveling to a developing country and would like to take supplies. What do I need to do to be eligible to get donated medical supplies from MedWish?

MedWish International has three requirements for those who wish to receive donated medical supplies.

First, we ask that you complete an application and return it to MedWish International a minimum of 14 business days prior to needing to collect the supplies. The application will require you to create a detailed wish list of needed items and a plan for how they will be distributed and used. Communication prior to your trip with the intended recipient of the supplies will help you to determine what specific type and quantity of supplies are needed. This helps ensure that the supplies will go to the best possible source and that all the supplies will be utilized. The supplies MUST be donated and not sold to the area's hospitals and clinics.

Second, the country to which you intend to take the supplies must be "developing" or in a state of crisis.

Third, the person who takes the supplies from the warehouse is responsible for their transport and their arrival in the designated destination country, including all shipping costs.

When can I come to pick-up supplies?

After you have had your application approved you can schedule an appointment to pick-up your supplies with Mimi Hable at mhable@medwish.org or 216-692-1685.

I would like to collect medical supply donations at the hospital/doctor’s office where I work, and how do I get the supplies to MedWish?

If you are interested in donating unused medical supplies from a medical facility, contact MedWish International and arrangements will be made based on your organization’s specific needs. You can also fill out our Recycling Partnership contact form and we will be in contact with you.

How can I volunteer with MedWish International?

MedWish International is always in need of volunteer help, and we work with volunteers in a variety of capacities. Please follow this link to learn more.

Is MedWish International affiliated with any national organizations?

While MedWish International will partner with other organizations on specific projects, MedWish International is not part of any national organization. MedWish International has no religious affiliation nor does MedWish International have any political agenda or bias. MedWish International is not affiliated with any one specific area hospital. This project is community-based and is open to the involvement of all area hospitals and health care providers.

Does MedWish International make prescription and over- the-counter medications available to those traveling?

MedWish International does not have over-the-counter or prescription drugs available. If you are in need of prescription or over-the-counter drugs for a developing country, please contact us. Some of the organizations that we partner with on specific projects do have them available.

Where is the warehouse located?

The Cleveland Clinic Parker Building
17325 Euclid Ave
Cleveland, Ohio 44112

MapQuest® map and driving directions

**Please note: we are not at the main campus of the Cleveland Clinic. We are much further east on Euclid Avenue.

The warehouse is at the corner of Euclid Avenue and London Road. It is a large brown and white warehouse with a Cleveland Clinic sign and it reads the Parker Building. There is no MedWish sign out front.

To find us in the warehouse:

Small Vehicles:
Go into the main Cleveland Clinic Parker building entrance off of Euclid and proceed through the parking lot on the right hand side of the building. There will be a second parking lot on the right hand side of the building that you need to pass through. You will go past a line of white CC vans and eventually come to a cement ramp. Go down the ramp and turn left where you'll find a gray door with a MedWish sign on it and enter there. You can park in the gravel area outside of our door.

Large Vehicles (buses, trucks, etc.):
Go north on Arabella Road (at the west side of the Parker building). Turn right onto Roseland where you’ll see a gate with a MedWish sign. Press the call button on the fence to be let in (or call the MedWish office). Proceed straight ahead until you see a gray door on the right with a MedWish sign.

Directions to the warehouse from the West:

90 East to the E.185th Street Exit.
Follow E 185th Street south to Euclid Ave.
Turn Right on Euclid Ave.
MedWish is located about a mile down the road at 17325 Euclid Avenue, in the Cleveland Clinic Parker Bldg.

Directions to the warehouse from the East:

Take Warrensville Center Road north.
Warrensville Center will turn into Noble Road.
Take WCR/Noble to Euclid Ave.
Turn right on Euclid.
MedWish is located about a mile down the road at 17325 Euclid Avenue, in the Cleveland Clinic Parker Bldg.

Alternate Directions to the warehouse from the East:

271 North.
Exit at Wilson Mills Road #36.
Turn left onto Wilson Mills Road.
Wilson Mills Road becomes Monticello.
Turn right on S. Green Rd.
Turn left on Euclid Ave.
MedWish is located about a mile down the road at 17325 Euclid Avenue, in the Cleveland Clinic Parker Bldg.