Medical-Legal Partnerships

Medical-Legal Partnerships (MLPs) are collaborative efforts where healthcare providers team up with legal professionals to address patients' social and legal issues that impact their health, such as housing, employment, or access to benefits. By integrating legal expertise into healthcare settings, MLPs help improve health outcomes, especially for vulnerable populations, by resolving legal problems that can hinder treatment or recovery. This holistic approach recognizes that health is influenced by social, economic, and legal factors, ensuring patients receive comprehensive support beyond medical care.