Rural Medicine Away Elective Funding
Internal — Northwestern University only
Northwestern University's Rural Medicine Away Elective Funding supports ECMH residents and fellows in gaining hands-on clinical experience in rural or limited-resource healthcare settings.
Funder: Northwestern University
Due Dates: Rolling (apply at least 60 days before travel; 90 days for unaffiliated sites)
Funding Amounts: Not specified; intended to support costs associated with rural medicine away electives for Feinberg ECMH residents and fellows.
Summary: Supports Feinberg ECMH residents and fellows seeking hands-on training through rural medicine away electives in rural or limited-resource settings.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted well in advance of travel (minimum 60–90 days before departure).
Description
This funding opportunity from Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine is designed to support residents and fellows enrolled in the Education Centered Medical Home (ECMH) program who wish to participate in immersive rural medicine away electives. The goal is to facilitate hands-on clinical training in rural or limited-resource settings, enhancing exposure to the unique challenges and rewards of rural healthcare. Funding helps offset costs associated with these educational experiences, such as travel and related expenses.
