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On #NationalRuralHealthDay we’re spotlighting Montana WWAMI student Alex Wickens, who’s visiting rural high schools to inspire future physicians.
“You belong, and you’re needed in rural medicine.”
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“You belong, and you’re needed in rural medicine.”
https://bit.ly/3JKZHZX
November 21, 2025 at 1:00 AM
On #NationalRuralHealthDay we’re spotlighting Montana WWAMI student Alex Wickens, who’s visiting rural high schools to inspire future physicians.
“You belong, and you’re needed in rural medicine.”
https://bit.ly/3JKZHZX
“You belong, and you’re needed in rural medicine.”
https://bit.ly/3JKZHZX
Celebrating National Rural Health Day with a spotlight on Dr. Kara Francis, Montana WWAMI alum + family doc in Browning.
She’s now teaching RUOP and 4th-year students in a vibrant tribal community, helping build the future rural workforce. https://bit.ly/47Ve3Am
She’s now teaching RUOP and 4th-year students in a vibrant tribal community, helping build the future rural workforce. https://bit.ly/47Ve3Am
November 21, 2025 at 12:20 AM
Celebrating National Rural Health Day with a spotlight on Dr. Kara Francis, Montana WWAMI alum + family doc in Browning.
She’s now teaching RUOP and 4th-year students in a vibrant tribal community, helping build the future rural workforce. https://bit.ly/47Ve3Am
She’s now teaching RUOP and 4th-year students in a vibrant tribal community, helping build the future rural workforce. https://bit.ly/47Ve3Am
This National Rural Health Day, we highlight UWSOM alumni who are living out the mission of serving rural and underserved communities. Mara Hazeltine + Justin Thompson have built thriving family medicine practices serving these communities. Read more: https://bit.ly/3JBArFv
Hazeltine and Thompson build thriving medical practices
Graduates from the first classes of the UW-GU Health Partnership are flourishing in the region.
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November 20, 2025 at 11:00 PM
This National Rural Health Day, we highlight UWSOM alumni who are living out the mission of serving rural and underserved communities. Mara Hazeltine + Justin Thompson have built thriving family medicine practices serving these communities. Read more: https://bit.ly/3JBArFv
This National Rural Health Day, we’re spotlighting Idaho WWAMI alum Dr. Zachary Havlovick, part of the first class of the Mountain States Institute for Family Medicine Residency. His commitment to practicing in Idaho strengthens the future of rural health across the state. https://bit.ly/3WVl91f
Idaho WWAMI Graduate Joins Inaugural MSI Family Medicine Residency Class - UWSOM Intranet
Idaho WWAMI is proud to celebrate Dr. Zachary Havlovick, who has been selected as one of six residents in the inaugural class of the Mountain States Institute (MSI) Family Medicine Residency Program b...
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November 20, 2025 at 10:00 PM
This National Rural Health Day, we’re spotlighting Idaho WWAMI alum Dr. Zachary Havlovick, part of the first class of the Mountain States Institute for Family Medicine Residency. His commitment to practicing in Idaho strengthens the future of rural health across the state. https://bit.ly/3WVl91f
This #NationalRuralHealthDay we spotlight emergency physician, rural clinic leader, and Juneau Clerkship Director, Dr. Rosenfeld teaches students what it means to practice medicine in a community accessible only by plane or boat. Full Story: https://bit.ly/4r08eZH
Shining a Spotlight on Dr. Nicholas Rosenfeld: Leading Clinical Education in Juneau - UWSOM Intranet
Alaska WWAMI is proud to feature Nicholas Rosenfeld, MD, our Juneau Clerkship Site Director. Dr. Rosenfeld brings a broad range of experience to his role. In addition to serving as Clerkship Director,...
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November 20, 2025 at 9:09 PM
This #NationalRuralHealthDay we spotlight emergency physician, rural clinic leader, and Juneau Clerkship Director, Dr. Rosenfeld teaches students what it means to practice medicine in a community accessible only by plane or boat. Full Story: https://bit.ly/4r08eZH
On #NationalRuralHealthDay we celebrate Dr. Marjorie Albers — family doc + mentor in Miles City, MT — shaping the future of rural medicine. Read her story: https://bit.ly/4o0gXIL
Preceptor Spotlight: Dr. Marjorie Albers Pays It Forward in Miles City - UWSOM Intranet
For Dr. Marjorie Albers, family medicine is more than a profession — it’s a way to serve her community. She embodies the spirit of rural medicine, providing full-spectrum care for patients of all ages...
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November 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
On #NationalRuralHealthDay we celebrate Dr. Marjorie Albers — family doc + mentor in Miles City, MT — shaping the future of rural medicine. Read her story: https://bit.ly/4o0gXIL
This #NationalRuralHealthDay, we recognize future physicians whose passion and purpose are strengthening health care in rural communities. Pearl Griffiths is inspired to serve rural communities through continuity-based primary care and passion for community-centered medicine. https://bit.ly/4r0lVYv
UW rural health Pearl Griffiths
Pearl Griffiths, a 2020 Gonzaga grad (biology and chemistry), learned about ranch life when her family moved to Colfax, Washington, during her high school years. When she later searched for a medical ...
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November 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
This #NationalRuralHealthDay, we recognize future physicians whose passion and purpose are strengthening health care in rural communities. Pearl Griffiths is inspired to serve rural communities through continuity-based primary care and passion for community-centered medicine. https://bit.ly/4r0lVYv
We are celebrating National Rural Health. This week we are sharing stories from across WWAMI and our five-state region. Starting with a message from John McCarthy, MD, Assistant Dean for Rural Programs on why rural health matters. #NationalRuralHealthDay #PowerofRural
November 20, 2025 at 7:45 PM
We are celebrating National Rural Health. This week we are sharing stories from across WWAMI and our five-state region. Starting with a message from John McCarthy, MD, Assistant Dean for Rural Programs on why rural health matters. #NationalRuralHealthDay #PowerofRural
National Rural Health Day: WWAMI Rural Health Roundup
Dr. Maureen “Mo” Ferguson (Idaho): A McCall native+Idaho TRUST Director, Dr. Ferguson mentors students across 39 rural and underserved sites—shaping the next generation of community-rooted physicians.
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Dr. Maureen “Mo” Ferguson (Idaho): A McCall native+Idaho TRUST Director, Dr. Ferguson mentors students across 39 rural and underserved sites—shaping the next generation of community-rooted physicians.
https://bit.ly/4p7tyL1
November 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM
National Rural Health Day: WWAMI Rural Health Roundup
Dr. Maureen “Mo” Ferguson (Idaho): A McCall native+Idaho TRUST Director, Dr. Ferguson mentors students across 39 rural and underserved sites—shaping the next generation of community-rooted physicians.
https://bit.ly/4p7tyL1
Dr. Maureen “Mo” Ferguson (Idaho): A McCall native+Idaho TRUST Director, Dr. Ferguson mentors students across 39 rural and underserved sites—shaping the next generation of community-rooted physicians.
https://bit.ly/4p7tyL1
Celebrating #NationalRuralHealthDay with Alaska WWAMI TRUST students gaining early experience in rural communities — from Kodiak to Juneau to Soldotna. Future rural physicians building skills and community connections #NationalRuralHealthDay
https://bit.ly/3JDntHj
https://bit.ly/3JDntHj
November 20, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Celebrating #NationalRuralHealthDay with Alaska WWAMI TRUST students gaining early experience in rural communities — from Kodiak to Juneau to Soldotna. Future rural physicians building skills and community connections #NationalRuralHealthDay
https://bit.ly/3JDntHj
https://bit.ly/3JDntHj
After 20 years as a Special Forces medic, Nick is continuing his commitment to service through medicine. His experience providing care in remote, resource-limited settings inspires his passion for health today.
Read Nick’s full story: bit.ly/47M19EC
#PowerofRural #NationalRuralHealthDay
Read Nick’s full story: bit.ly/47M19EC
#PowerofRural #NationalRuralHealthDay
From Special Forces Medic to Future Physician: Seattle WWAMI Student Nick Talley Reflects on 20 Years of Service - UWSOM Intranet
For first-year Seattle medical student Nick Talley, the path to medicine began long before he ever opened a textbook. Talley spent 20 years on active duty in the US Army, serving as a Special Forces M...
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November 19, 2025 at 10:16 PM
After 20 years as a Special Forces medic, Nick is continuing his commitment to service through medicine. His experience providing care in remote, resource-limited settings inspires his passion for health today.
Read Nick’s full story: bit.ly/47M19EC
#PowerofRural #NationalRuralHealthDay
Read Nick’s full story: bit.ly/47M19EC
#PowerofRural #NationalRuralHealthDay
We celebrate the voices shaping the future of rural medicine. Courtney Hallock wrote this poem during her final week of RUOP — a reflection on what it means to learn, serve, and grow in a rural community. https://bit.ly/3XBxMyM
#PowerofRural #NationalRuralHealthDay
#PowerofRural #NationalRuralHealthDay
Middle of Nowhere Montana - UWSOM Intranet
Middle of Nowhere Montana By: Courtney Hallock When I first found out I’d be placed in Glasgow, MT I can’t lie – my stomach dropped I tried to maintain a positive outlook “It’ll be fine” “It’s ju...
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November 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM
We celebrate the voices shaping the future of rural medicine. Courtney Hallock wrote this poem during her final week of RUOP — a reflection on what it means to learn, serve, and grow in a rural community. https://bit.ly/3XBxMyM
#PowerofRural #NationalRuralHealthDay
#PowerofRural #NationalRuralHealthDay
A full-circle moment for Dr. Anna Knisely (MD ’09)! Raised in Libby, she’s returned to Montana to help start Logan Health’s first ENT & lung clinic—improving access to specialty care in rural communities.
Read more: https://yhoo.it/4ih49fJ
#NationalRuralHealthDay #PowerofRural
Read more: https://yhoo.it/4ih49fJ
#NationalRuralHealthDay #PowerofRural
November 18, 2025 at 6:51 PM
A full-circle moment for Dr. Anna Knisely (MD ’09)! Raised in Libby, she’s returned to Montana to help start Logan Health’s first ENT & lung clinic—improving access to specialty care in rural communities.
Read more: https://yhoo.it/4ih49fJ
#NationalRuralHealthDay #PowerofRural
Read more: https://yhoo.it/4ih49fJ
#NationalRuralHealthDay #PowerofRural
This week we are celebrating rural health and this Thursday, November 20th is National Rural Health Day. Today we start with a message from John McCarthy, MD, Assistant Dean for Rural Programs on why rural health matters
#NationalRuralHealthDay #PowerofRural
#NationalRuralHealthDay #PowerofRural
November 17, 2025 at 6:45 PM
This week we are celebrating rural health and this Thursday, November 20th is National Rural Health Day. Today we start with a message from John McCarthy, MD, Assistant Dean for Rural Programs on why rural health matters
#NationalRuralHealthDay #PowerofRural
#NationalRuralHealthDay #PowerofRural
The UW School of Medicine congratulates Dr. Michael Bailey and the Rolling Stones, our 2025 Inventor of the Year ⭐️ We’re proud to celebrate this groundbreaking innovation and the impact it will have on patients and providers everywhere.
November 14, 2025 at 9:54 PM
The UW School of Medicine congratulates Dr. Michael Bailey and the Rolling Stones, our 2025 Inventor of the Year ⭐️ We’re proud to celebrate this groundbreaking innovation and the impact it will have on patients and providers everywhere.
This #VeteransDay, we recognize Dr. Suzanne Allen — family physician, educator, and Vice Dean for Academic, Rural and Regional Affairs at UWSOM.
“I loved taking care of my patients—military families are committed to service, and it’s a wonderful community to be part of.”
“I loved taking care of my patients—military families are committed to service, and it’s a wonderful community to be part of.”
November 11, 2025 at 5:05 PM
This #VeteransDay, we recognize Dr. Suzanne Allen — family physician, educator, and Vice Dean for Academic, Rural and Regional Affairs at UWSOM.
“I loved taking care of my patients—military families are committed to service, and it’s a wonderful community to be part of.”
“I loved taking care of my patients—military families are committed to service, and it’s a wonderful community to be part of.”
UW Medicine just welcomed its largest class of new residents and fellows ever. From Seattle to sites across WWAMI, new trainees are continuing a tradition of excellence, service, and community. Meet some of them and read what inspires their journeys: https://bit.ly/3Lq55SR
Welcome to the largest class of new residents and fellows
UW Medicine Graduate Medical Education is celebrating its largest incoming class ever, with more than 525 new residents and fellows.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:22 PM
UW Medicine just welcomed its largest class of new residents and fellows ever. From Seattle to sites across WWAMI, new trainees are continuing a tradition of excellence, service, and community. Meet some of them and read what inspires their journeys: https://bit.ly/3Lq55SR
“Every provider remembers a great mentor.” UW MEDEX alum Jannelle Fukuji, PA-C ’11, is now shaping tomorrow’s healthcare providers as a preceptor and clinical coordinator. Because even the most promising student can’t learn without someone willing to teach. https://bit.ly/47FykIJ
From Classroom to Clinic
Jannelle Fukuji, PA-C’11, shares why preceptors are essential to training tomorrow’s healthcare providers.
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November 5, 2025 at 7:06 PM
“Every provider remembers a great mentor.” UW MEDEX alum Jannelle Fukuji, PA-C ’11, is now shaping tomorrow’s healthcare providers as a preceptor and clinical coordinator. Because even the most promising student can’t learn without someone willing to teach. https://bit.ly/47FykIJ
This Native American Heritage Month, we’re celebrating Buddy Kalani Kumupaʻa Seto-Myers, a Kanaka Maoli medical student at UW School of Medicine. His journey is rooted in advancing culturally responsive care and uplifting Indigenous health and knowledge. Read more: https://bit.ly/4hyqFjP
November 3, 2025 at 6:21 PM
This Native American Heritage Month, we’re celebrating Buddy Kalani Kumupaʻa Seto-Myers, a Kanaka Maoli medical student at UW School of Medicine. His journey is rooted in advancing culturally responsive care and uplifting Indigenous health and knowledge. Read more: https://bit.ly/4hyqFjP
Becoming the doctor — and advocate — I never had. After growing up in the child protective services system, Spokane med student Patrick Hewes (E-23) is determined to give others the care and support he once needed.
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Becoming the Doctor — and Advocate — I Never Had
Patrick Hewes was determined to flip the script on a childhood defined by trauma. Scholarships gave him the chance to write a new one for himself — and others.
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October 30, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Becoming the doctor — and advocate — I never had. After growing up in the child protective services system, Spokane med student Patrick Hewes (E-23) is determined to give others the care and support he once needed.
give.uwmedicine.org/stories/beco...
give.uwmedicine.org/stories/beco...
The UW Anesthesiology Interest Group is partnering with Bloodworks Northwest to support patients across the PNW. Donate blood on Nov. 3 at UW Health Sciences or at any Bloodworks location through November.
Mention code “AIG.”
Mention code “AIG.”
October 28, 2025 at 9:20 PM
The UW Anesthesiology Interest Group is partnering with Bloodworks Northwest to support patients across the PNW. Donate blood on Nov. 3 at UW Health Sciences or at any Bloodworks location through November.
Mention code “AIG.”
Mention code “AIG.”
Proud of our UWSOM Anesthesiology Interest Group members who attended #ASA2025 in San Antonio—networking, learning, and presenting research that’s shaping the future of anesthesiology! 💜💛
October 23, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Proud of our UWSOM Anesthesiology Interest Group members who attended #ASA2025 in San Antonio—networking, learning, and presenting research that’s shaping the future of anesthesiology! 💜💛
E25 student Riley Hayes followed in his mom’s footsteps — Dr. Cyndi Hayes, an Idaho WWAMI alum and longtime preceptor.
Before med school, Riley worked in mental health care, and now he’s pursuing psychiatry through Idaho WWAMI’s Moscow site.
A family tradition continues.
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Before med school, Riley worked in mental health care, and now he’s pursuing psychiatry through Idaho WWAMI’s Moscow site.
A family tradition continues.
https://bit.ly/4o5aDAp
October 23, 2025 at 5:11 PM
E25 student Riley Hayes followed in his mom’s footsteps — Dr. Cyndi Hayes, an Idaho WWAMI alum and longtime preceptor.
Before med school, Riley worked in mental health care, and now he’s pursuing psychiatry through Idaho WWAMI’s Moscow site.
A family tradition continues.
https://bit.ly/4o5aDAp
Before med school, Riley worked in mental health care, and now he’s pursuing psychiatry through Idaho WWAMI’s Moscow site.
A family tradition continues.
https://bit.ly/4o5aDAp
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Congratulations to our 2025 recipients of the Violet Zuvela Primary Care IM Scholarship award!
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These scholarships recognize medical students with a career interest in primary care internal medicine and whose work exemplifies the value of patient-centered care. 👏
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These scholarships recognize medical students with a career interest in primary care internal medicine and whose work exemplifies the value of patient-centered care. 👏
October 1, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Congratulations to our 2025 recipients of the Violet Zuvela Primary Care IM Scholarship award!
@uwsom-wwami.bsky.social
These scholarships recognize medical students with a career interest in primary care internal medicine and whose work exemplifies the value of patient-centered care. 👏
@uwsom-wwami.bsky.social
These scholarships recognize medical students with a career interest in primary care internal medicine and whose work exemplifies the value of patient-centered care. 👏
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Dr. Jay A. Shendure, professor of genome sciences at @uwsom-wwami.bsky.social in Seattle, is one of 100 newly elected members of the National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu.
Jay Shendure elected to National Academy of Medicine - UW Medicine | Newsroom
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October 22, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Dr. Jay A. Shendure, professor of genome sciences at @uwsom-wwami.bsky.social in Seattle, is one of 100 newly elected members of the National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu.