RURAL MEDICINE

Vision

A brave new paradigm that serves, connects and empowers rural peoples, learners,
and care providers to live and work together in welcoming, healthy environments.
Supported by this sustainable model, patients will receive the highest standard of
inclusive, wholistic care in our unique rural settings.

 

Welcome to the Rural Medicine Website, your go-to resource for staying connected and informed about everything rural medicine including academic programs, clinical education and rural healthcare. Our site is designed to foster collaboration and provide information to students, residents, faculty, staff,  healthcare professionals, community partners, and stakeholders dedicated to improving rural health. Here, you will find essential information tailored to the unique opportunities in rural medicine, including information on partners, and resources to help you stay informed and engaged. Whether you're a healthcare provider, student, staff, community leader, or an advocate for rural health, our website is here to support you every step of the way.

CoM Awards Information

College of Medicine Awards, 2026 - OPENING SOON

The 2026 College of Medicine Faculty and Staff Awards have been revised to better align with the new College of Medicine Strategic Plan. A few of the exciting changes:

  • A renewed focus on our College values! The Living Our Values Award was one of our most popular recognitions, and while this award will no longer stand alone, the spirit of it is being spread further! The Living Our Values Criteria will now be a requirement for nearly every award—celebrating commitment to our core values of accountability, belonging, collaboration, curiosity, and well-being.
  • The new Circle of Support Recognition! Award recipients will be asked to write a brief statement or story that describes how they got to where they are today and acknowledges at least 1-2 people by name who have helped them. Those people will be sent an acknowledgement and will be recognized in all communications re: the primary award.
  • New award opportunities for staff, as well as expanded opportunities for all members, and those external to the College. 

Please contact Erin-Prosser-Loose, Engagement and Recognition Specialist, for questions.