Growing up in Anchorage, Alaska WWAMI student Martin Juarez-Alvarado saw firsthand how the cost of care can prevent families from getting the medical attention they need. “Even when care was sought, treatment often had to be delayed or abandoned entirely because they couldn’t afford to pay for services,” he said. Those early experiences sparked a […]
In November, we will be honoring the retirement of our long-serving Montana WWAMI TRUST* Director, Lisa Benzel, after years of dedicated service. Lisa was hired for this newly created position in November 2013 and is responsible for growing and shaping TRUST into what it is today. As director and the face of TRUST for Montana, […]
Alaska WWAMI’s Sophie Nethercut is preparing to advance to the next phase of her medical career: residency. Her chosen specialty, psychiatry, can be traced back to her fascination with people and their personal stories. While attending Yale University and gathering oral histories of various individuals, it suddenly struck her what she wanted to do. “I […]
Did you know caffeine can help to prevent kidney failure in pre-term babies with congenital heart disease (CHD)? Montana WWAMI students Courtney Hallock and Annalisa Hawk are driving forward advancements in pediatric medical research that could help save the lives of infants with CHD. The fourth-year students presented their groundbreaking study at the Pediatric Academic […]
Early exposure to rural clinical practices in hospital and outpatient settings plays a vital role in preparing students for comprehensive medical care. Thirteen Montana WWAMI Rural Integrated Training Experience (WRITE) students are receiving these transformative experiences as they serve rural communities throughout Big Sky Country. These opportunities are the cornerstone of their medical training, potentially […]
Collaborating on cutting-edge strategies to advance clinical instruction is critical to shaping the next generation of Montana WWAMI physicians. Last month, our teaching faculty members from across the Treasure State gathered in Anaconda recently to share innovative ideas on how to be more effective clinical educators. The Montana WWAMI Faculty Development Conference was held April […]
Prospective medical students explored their future in medicine during the Second Look Open House at the University of Idaho on April 11, 2025. Their goal was to gain a deeper understanding of what Idaho WWAMI offers. The applicants toured the campus and facilities and met with faculty, staff and other students to help solidify their […]
Making a meaningful impact on the lives of others is what drives our Idaho WWAMI students. The volunteers of the Snake River Community Clinic have a passion for delivering quality healthcare to underserved populations in Lewis-Clark Valley and outlying areas. For a quarter century, the nonprofit has offered free medical, limited dental and behavioral healthcare […]
