University of Washington School of Medicine
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The UW School of Medicine is dedicated to improving the general health and well-being of the public. In pursuit of its goals, the School is committed to excellence in biomedical education, research and healthcare.
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
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
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.
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
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
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.”
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
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.
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
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
The UW School of Medicine welcomed our incoming biomedical PhD students with a reception hosted by the Office of Research & Graduate Education and PhD Ambassadors at Flatstick Pub SLU. Great conversations, connections, and community!
October 22, 2025 at 6:04 PM
The UW School of Medicine welcomed our incoming biomedical PhD students with a reception hosted by the Office of Research & Graduate Education and PhD Ambassadors at Flatstick Pub SLU. Great conversations, connections, and community!
Volunteers on the ice! Great UW Rehab representation at the Seattle Adaptive Sports youth sled hockey practice. Across PM&R, OT, and med students — amazing teamwork supporting adaptive athletes!
October 20, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Volunteers on the ice! Great UW Rehab representation at the Seattle Adaptive Sports youth sled hockey practice. Across PM&R, OT, and med students — amazing teamwork supporting adaptive athletes!
Dr. Richard Ellenbogen, Chair of the UW Department of Neurological Surgery, received the Founders Laurel Award at the 75th Congress of Neurological Surgeons for his extraordinary contributions to neurosurgery and medical education. Congratulations on this honor, Dr. Ellenbogen!
October 17, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Dr. Richard Ellenbogen, Chair of the UW Department of Neurological Surgery, received the Founders Laurel Award at the 75th Congress of Neurological Surgeons for his extraordinary contributions to neurosurgery and medical education. Congratulations on this honor, Dr. Ellenbogen!
Curious about rural medicine? Join us for Why Rural? The Heart of Family Medicine — a panel with four Washington family physicians sharing the joys and challenges of rural practice.
💻 Zoom link: https://bit.ly/RuralFamilyMedPanel
💻 Zoom link: https://bit.ly/RuralFamilyMedPanel
October 13, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Curious about rural medicine? Join us for Why Rural? The Heart of Family Medicine — a panel with four Washington family physicians sharing the joys and challenges of rural practice.
💻 Zoom link: https://bit.ly/RuralFamilyMedPanel
💻 Zoom link: https://bit.ly/RuralFamilyMedPanel
Join our celebration of Purple Pride! Tune in to UW socials on game day and share your purplest pics using #WDay. Find the best of these stellar snaps on the UW website! https://bit.ly/47hJTXp
October 10, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Join our celebration of Purple Pride! Tune in to UW socials on game day and share your purplest pics using #WDay. Find the best of these stellar snaps on the UW website! https://bit.ly/47hJTXp
“I felt a deep responsibility to return and care for the people of my home state.”
UWSOM Idaho WWAMI alum Dr. Casey Glenn returned to Northern Idaho to practice Emergency Medicine at Kootenai Health, serving rural communities where physicians are needed most.
#WWAMI #UWSOM #Idaho #RuralHealth
UWSOM Idaho WWAMI alum Dr. Casey Glenn returned to Northern Idaho to practice Emergency Medicine at Kootenai Health, serving rural communities where physicians are needed most.
#WWAMI #UWSOM #Idaho #RuralHealth
October 7, 2025 at 7:50 PM
“I felt a deep responsibility to return and care for the people of my home state.”
UWSOM Idaho WWAMI alum Dr. Casey Glenn returned to Northern Idaho to practice Emergency Medicine at Kootenai Health, serving rural communities where physicians are needed most.
#WWAMI #UWSOM #Idaho #RuralHealth
UWSOM Idaho WWAMI alum Dr. Casey Glenn returned to Northern Idaho to practice Emergency Medicine at Kootenai Health, serving rural communities where physicians are needed most.
#WWAMI #UWSOM #Idaho #RuralHealth
Wyoming WWAMI students joined the Wyoming Hospital Association Awards Dinner to connect with hospital leaders about workforce needs and the future of healthcare in Wyoming. These conversations help strengthen ties between students and their home communities. https://bit.ly/4nDY4Mp
October 6, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Wyoming WWAMI students joined the Wyoming Hospital Association Awards Dinner to connect with hospital leaders about workforce needs and the future of healthcare in Wyoming. These conversations help strengthen ties between students and their home communities. https://bit.ly/4nDY4Mp
Applications are open for the Neurobiology Club’s Graduate Mentorship Program! Med students, residents & physicians—apply by Oct 10 to mentor undergrads interested in medicine. Info + form: https://bit.ly/3IFCKH6
October 2, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Applications are open for the Neurobiology Club’s Graduate Mentorship Program! Med students, residents & physicians—apply by Oct 10 to mentor undergrads interested in medicine. Info + form: https://bit.ly/3IFCKH6
WWAMI students & residents joined FUTURE 2025 in Kansas City—hands-on learning, advocacy training & connecting with 500+ Family Medicine programs. Big congrats to UWSOM FMIG for winning the AAFP Program of Excellence Award for the 8th year in a row!
September 26, 2025 at 5:57 PM
WWAMI students & residents joined FUTURE 2025 in Kansas City—hands-on learning, advocacy training & connecting with 500+ Family Medicine programs. Big congrats to UWSOM FMIG for winning the AAFP Program of Excellence Award for the 8th year in a row!
So much joyfulness celebrating medical students as they received their white coats— a rite of passage symbolizing students’ official entrance into the medical profession.
September 17, 2025 at 8:46 PM
So much joyfulness celebrating medical students as they received their white coats— a rite of passage symbolizing students’ official entrance into the medical profession.
Meet Sarah Thomson, Seattle/Wyoming Career Advisor @uwsom-wwami.bsky.social.
Originally from New Zealand, she’s passionate about mentoring & helping students find their purpose in medicine. Outside of work: paddleboarding, hiking & Go Dawgs!
#UWSOM #CareerAdvising
Originally from New Zealand, she’s passionate about mentoring & helping students find their purpose in medicine. Outside of work: paddleboarding, hiking & Go Dawgs!
#UWSOM #CareerAdvising
September 16, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Meet Sarah Thomson, Seattle/Wyoming Career Advisor @uwsom-wwami.bsky.social.
Originally from New Zealand, she’s passionate about mentoring & helping students find their purpose in medicine. Outside of work: paddleboarding, hiking & Go Dawgs!
#UWSOM #CareerAdvising
Originally from New Zealand, she’s passionate about mentoring & helping students find their purpose in medicine. Outside of work: paddleboarding, hiking & Go Dawgs!
#UWSOM #CareerAdvising
Montana WWAMI MS2s trained with Billings Clinic MedFlight on advanced airway management — from ventilator skills to intubation and chest tubes, an unforgettable hands-on session!
September 12, 2025 at 11:14 PM
Montana WWAMI MS2s trained with Billings Clinic MedFlight on advanced airway management — from ventilator skills to intubation and chest tubes, an unforgettable hands-on session!