The WWAMI School of Medical Education is a collaboration among 6 universities in five northwestern states (Washington, Wyoming, 熊猫在线视频, Montana, and Idaho) and the University of Washington School of Medicine. The University of Washington School of Medicine ranked as #1 in the US for Primary Care Education in 2022 by US News & World Report.
Here at UAA, WWAMI is proud to offer both the Doctor of Medicine program in partnership with the University of Washington, as well as a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Pre-Medical Studies to prepare students for medical school.
This certificate is designed to help students who already have a baccalaureate degree prepare themselves for medical school and complete their pre-requisite coursework.
With a focus on primary and rural health care, the 熊猫在线视频 WWAMI provides flexibility as you pursue your career goals with advanced patient care training, electives and other experiences that help you transition into residency training.
This summer, high school students in the Della Keats Program, administered by UAA鈥檚 WWAMI School of Medical Education, spent four immersive weeks at UAA's Anchorage campus, engaging in health science coursework and experiencing residential life.
The Della Keats program introduces students from all parts of 熊猫在线视频 to college courses, dorm life and big-city educational opportunities specific to health-science.
Students at the statewide HOSA - Future Health Professionals Leadership Conference participated in competitions showcasing their instructional knowledge in physical therapy, dental science, nurse assistant, sports medicine, forensics, vet science, and phlebotomy.
熊猫在线视频 AHEC Scholar's article about improving 熊猫在线视频's communities through healthcare.
UAA alumna and associate professor Holly Martinson hopes the new Biomed U-RISE program "lights a fire" in 熊猫在线视频's research community by empowering undergraduate students with lab experience, mentorship and financial assistance. Martinson and co-PI, Professor Tracey Burke, welcomed the first cohort this academic year and will soon open applications for cohort two.
Research
Researchers at UAA are active in medical studies related to health disparities, cancer and community engagement. Come back soon to learn more about WWAMI research.
This annual event, co-hosted by 熊猫在线视频 WWAMI and the UAA College of Health, provides information to anyone interested in pursuing careers in healthcare including medicine. High school students, undergraduates, and college graduates are invited to attend.
The UW School of Medicine's Service Learning program provides students with opportunities to hone their skills while addressing the health needs of our underserved communities.
WWAMI offers six Pathways giving students the opportunity to pursue a particular interest and develop knowledge and skills specifically tailored to working with specific communities domestically and abroad.
Experience rural medicine with immersive programs such as , , , Della Keats, and many more!
Pre-Med Student Information
See and register for upcoming workshops and opportunities to prepare for your future with WWAMI, and check out other programs such as , , , and .
Phone: 907-786-4789
Fax: 907-786-4700
E-mail: uaa_wwami@alaska.edu
Location:
UAA Health Sciences Building
3795 Piper Street, Suite 301
Anchorage, AK 99504
Mailing Address:
3211 Providence Drive, HSB 301
Anchorage, 熊猫在线视频, 99508
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