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.
Healthcare providers from across the state of 熊猫在线视频 recently completed specialized training through the Comprehensive Advanced Life Support (CALS) program, thanks to the 熊猫在线视频 Center for Rural Health and Health Workforce (ACRH-HW) at the 熊猫在线视频.
Sand Point high school students participated in a variety of didactic and hands-on activities that introduced them to different types of careers in behavioral health, therapeutic modalities and self-care skills.
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.
Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of 熊猫在线视频 is supporting a new video campaign with the 熊猫在线视频 (UAA) to encourage people to pursue careers in behavioral health, which includes care for mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
In a recent analysis of the state鈥檚 healthcare workforce, the 熊猫在线视频 Hospital and Healthcare Association found that job vacancies are increasing, and not enough people are entering the workforce to make up for it. Leaders in 熊猫在线视频 discussed the pressing healthcare workforce crisis in the state and ways to support and retain providers at the 2023 熊猫在线视频 State of Reform Conference last month.
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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