Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, but many of its most significant risk factors are within our control. For Idaho WWAMI alum and interventional cardiologist Dr. Kendra Coonse, heart health starts with everyday habits. At the core of prevention, she emphasizes lifestyle choices and routine monitoring. “Following a heart-healthy […]
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 in Miles City, Montana, while mentoring WWAMI students who are discovering the joys of practicing in small-town settings. A proud WWAMI […]
Paves Own Path in Family Medicine For Katie Baker, growing up in Craig, Alaska, meant watching her father, a dedicated family physician, serve and care for the community she calls home. Now retired, his work left a lasting impression on Baker. “As a little girl, I admired the close-knit relationship my father had with the […]
In this issue: Required: Infection Control Training Spring Survey update: Now at 38% – the goal is 90% Tip of the month: Ask for directed feedback from attendings and residents Required: Infection Control Training (30 minutes) Target Audiences: MS2, MS3, MS4 Action Required: Log in to the Canvas page. Self-enroll with your UW NetID. Deadline: […]
In this issue: Track, WRITE & LIC applications open on Monday Spring survey response rate is 88% Applications for disability accommodations due in 2 weeks Tip of the Month: Update your Activity Tracker Applications for Track, WRITE and LIC open on Monday, July 15 Applications will be posted on the respective websites below and […]
