Reaching Underserved Communities Across Maricopa County

University of Arizona’s Mobile Health Unit

Project Overview
Zeihan ProHealth partnered with the University of Arizona’s Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health and the U.S.-Mexico Border Health Commission to support the design, implementation, and launch of the first Primary Prevention Mobile Health Units operating in Phoenix and Tucson. The initiative expanded access to free health screenings, culturally responsive education, and care coordination across urban and rural communities throughout Maricopa County, serving as a critical safety net for underserved and uninsured populations while strengthening linkages to federally qualified health centers and advancing prevention-focused, community-based care.

Key Highlights

  • Contributed to the launch of UofA’s Primary Prevention Mobile Health Unit, leading to a second unit in Phoenix with Maricopa County Public Health
  • Delivered thousands of free health screenings, expanding access across urban and rural communities
  • Expanded access to preventive services, including HIV and Hepatitis C testing, vaccinations, and cancer screenings
  • Trained interprofessional teams across 10+ health professions in real-time community-based care
  • Built cross-sector partnerships with clinics, community agencies, and public health leaders
  • Connected patients to federally qualified health centers to improve continuity of care

Testimonial

Jeffery played a foundational leadership role in the early development and implementation of the University of Arizona’s Primary Prevention Mobile Health Unit. In collaboration with the U.S.–Mexico Border Health Commission and the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, he helped operationalize a prevention-focused, community-centered model. His culturally responsive, data-driven approach supported successful deployment in Phoenix and Tucson, strengthening the role of mobile health units in advancing population health across Arizona.

Dr. Jesús Eduardo González-Fagoaga | Assistant Professor & Academic Programs Director
Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health - The University of Arizona

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