The dues are used to pay expenses for speakers at the meetings, purchase materials and publications for use by pre-health students and cover some costs of volunteer projects. The purpose of Medical D is to provide volunteer opportunities at the local hospital for students pursuing careers in health-related professions and to contribute service to the community, especially the health care sector. Students must complete an annual application and be interviewed for membership. The group meets at a local rehabilitation facility. Speakers discuss career opportunities in physical and occupational therapy.
Members also participate in volunteer work with current physical and occupational therapists.