Past Events
MCC held first health fair after several years
Islamic Center of Euless
April 24 th 2026.
There was a good turnout at ICOE . Stations on men's side and
women's side to accommodate. Successfully distributing 153
flyers and told people about our services. Dr Munis and Mr. Ismail
Tahir were part of the initiative. The booths offering BP
measurements allowed patients to have an insight into their
health. People with abnormal blood pressure or had questions for
the physician were able to directly speak with Dr. Munis. The
complimentary reading glasses and vitamins were distributed to
the visitors. The clinic is planning to hold a class to train
volunteers to check Blood sugar so we can have multiple people
offer Blood sugar checks at our next health fair. Mr. Tahir helped
the Arabic speaking community about MCC services.
Fundraising Iftar Dinner
– March 7, 2026
MCC hosted a successful fundraising event on March 7th, 2026. The community gathered to support a shared cause, demonstrating their generosity and commitment to MCC. This collective support empowers our facility to continue fulfilling our mission by providing essential health and social services to those in need. The event was honored by the presence of The Mayor of Plano, John B. Muns.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Ms. Ayesha Hussain, Mr. Tawfiq Hussan, the Board Members, as well as our guests, donors, volunteers, and organizers. Their ongoing support enables us to provide care for the members of our community.
June, 7th 2025 A Life Of Service: Dr. Basheer Ahmed’s Retirement and Legacy. On the occasion of my 90th birthday and retirement, I would like to reflect not only on the milestones of my life but also on the purpose that has guided it. From my beginnings in Hyderabad, to medical school in Karachi, to psychiatric training in the UK and service in the U.S., I’ve always believed that a meaningful life is one lived in service of others. While faith provides us with rituals and rules, it is through compassion, community, and contribution that we fulfill our highest purpose. In my 50s, I shifted my medical focus to geriatric psychiatry, helping older adults navigate aging with dignity and purpose. I advised patients to stay active and give back to society—to volunteer, to teach, to mentor—because inactivity leads to decline. That advice, I took to heart myself. At nearly 60, I asked the deeper question: Why are we here? Religion teaches us to worship God and follow His guidance. But to me, this means using our intelligence and talents to uplift Humanity. Rituals connect us to the Divine, but service connects us to each other. That, I believe, is the true essence of faith. In the mid-90s, as refugees from Bosnia, Iraq, and Somalia arrived in the U.S., I realized there was no Muslim institution in Texas offering them the help they desperately needed. With a few dedicated individuals, we founded MCC for Human Services—the first Muslim-led charitable clinic in the state. From modest beginnings, MCC has grown to serve thousands with medical, dental, mental health, and social services. We’ve helped patients who had gone years without care. Some came back years later—as volunteers—saying, “Now it’s my turn to give back.” That spirit continues to define MCC. We also supported young students exploring careers in healthcare, international physicians seeking residencies, and retired doctors who found joy in volunteering. Together, we didn’t just offer care—we built dignity, trust, and a sense of community. None of this would have been possible without you—our volunteers, donors, and staff. You stepped up, time and again, including during our financial crisis in 2023, when we were on the brink of shutting down. Your generosity saved us. Today, I’m proud to leave MCC in the hands of the next generation—my son Sameer and a compassionate, visionary board. They will take MCC to new heights—with telemedicine, expanded mental health services, and mobile outreach. Now in my 90s, I’ve begun a new mission. Our young Muslim students often lack awareness of the rich contributions Muslims have made to world civilization. I began writing a 20-book series to highlight Muslim scientists and scholars—from the 7th to 15th centuries—who laid the foundations for modern science through their works. My first book, on Ibn Sina (Avicenna), is now available. If my health permits, I’ll continue the series. I encourage every parent to make these books available to their children to instill pride, knowledge, and a sense of identity. So, what’s the secret to living a long life? Have a purpose. Serve others. Stay hopeful. Avoid unnecessary arguments—especially with your doctor and your spouse! And above all, never give up. As I stand here—still upright, still speaking, and still full of hope—I thank you all. Thank you for walking this journey with me. May Allah bless you all. And may the next generation continue this mission of mercy, service, and love. —Dr. Basheer Ahmed Founder, MCC for Human Services
Dec 2nd MCC Annual Fundraiser Recap MCC For Human Services had a successful fundraising event on December 2, 2023. We are very grateful to the board of directors and our supporters for their generous donations.
December 6th, 2012 Dallas Peace Center Celebrating 31 Years of Peacemaking Presents the 26th Annual Peacemaker Awards Dinner Honoring 2012 Peacemaker of the Year M. Basheer Ahmed, M.D. Basheer Ahmed receives the Peacemaker of the Year Award for his extraordinary commitment to breaking the cycle of fear that many Americans experienced in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attacks through creative use of human services, education, and constructive dialogue. He defends the Islamic religion by explaining that Islam is against terrorist activities, emphasizing that the Holy Quran teaches that if you kill one innocent person, it is as if you kill the whole of humanity, and if you save one person, it is equivalent to saving all of humanity. Dr. Ahmed became convinced of the need to work for peace by his experiences coming face to face with the horrors of war while seeing victims of conflict in Afghanistan in the 1980s and researching and publishing a paper on “The effects of war on children of Palestine and Bosnia”. In 2001, he joined with others to form the Institute of Medieval and Post-Medieval Studies (IMPMS) to help generate a climate of mutual understanding and respect among people generally, and especially between Muslims and people of other faiths and cultures. He also became a board member of the Multi-Cultural Alliance (MCA) and has spoken to seminary students about the need for respect and recognition of all religions, with the primary goal of living with each other in peace and harmony. In 1995, Dr. Ahmed established the Muslim Community Center for Human Services (MCCHS) and serves as its chairman. The Center provides medical and social services in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area to people in need regardless of their religion, race, or country of origin.
November 6, 2007 MCC Hosts International Physicians and Health Professionals At the request of US state department through Cancer Society of Dallas, MCC hosted a brief program on Tuesday November 6th 2007, 4-5:30pm. Seventeen physicians and health care professionals from different parts of Middle East attended the program. Dr. Basheer Ahmed, Mrs. Saliha Haleem, Ms. Talaun Thompson, Ms. Nuha and Mrs. Asli Parker greeted the visitors on behalf of MCC. The following visitors participated in the program: Dr. Arafa AHMED – DIR. Residency Program, Salmaniya Medical Complex, Bahrain Dr. Sara AL REEFY – Senior Registrar Surgery, Salmaniya Medical Complex, Bahrain Ms. Nevin TORKY – Program Coordinator, Breast Cancer Foundation of Egypt, Egypt Ms. Lina NAJJAR – Coordinator, Comprehensive Breast Care Clinic, Israel Ms. Amira OSMAN – Breast Cancer Awareness Project, Galilee Society, Israel Dr. Muna HADDAD – Family Physician, Univ. of Science and Technology, Jordan Ms. Riwa AL ATRASH – Producer, Health Segment, Alam Al Sabah, Future TV, Lebanon Dr. Wiam AL ASHEK –Department of Family Medicine, Al Fatah Univ., Libya Dr. Farida AFKARI – Secretary General, Pan-African Organization Against AIDS, Morocco Dr. Hanan EL KACEMI – Radiotherapy-Oncology, National Institute of Oncology, Morocco Ms. Jamila AL QASMI – Member, National Association for Cancer Awareness, Oman Ms. Rabha AL SULAIMANI – Natl. Asso. For Cancer Awareness, Ministry of Health, Oman Ms. Loulwah ALDOKHAIYEL – Riyadh Breast Cancer Committee, Saudi Arabia Ms. Fatimah ALQARZAEE –VP Qaseem Breast Cancer Comm. Health College for Girls, S. Arabia Ms. Lamya ALHUSSARI – Founder & Member, Syrian Society for Breast Cancer Protection, Syria Dr. May AL MAHAYNI – Founder, Syrian Breast Cancer Protection Society. Syria Ms. Dima Nabeel HUSIENI – Radiation Therapist, Augusta Victoria Hospital, Jerusalem, West Bank Dr. Ahmed and members of the Board and staff presented programs and activities of MCC and Human Services, specially focusing on breast cancer education programs, focusing on Muslim immigrant community residing in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. The major goal of MCC is to reach all adult women from Middle-East, Somalia, and South East Asia to have early screening of breast cancer by having periodic mammograms. Educational programs are offered on monthly basis at different mosques, Islamic centers and housing projects giving information about the early detection of the cancer and importance of regular mammograms. Free mammograms are arranged for individuals who have no insurance coverage or are unable to afford the payment for the mammogram. Presentation was followed by question-answer session and socialization with brief reception.
