Rural Medicine Funding
Supports Feinberg ECMH residents and fellows seeking hands-on clinical training and experience through rural medicine away electives 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 provides support for Feinberg School of Medicine residents and fellows enrolled in the Education Centered Medical Home (ECMH) who wish to undertake a rural medicine away elective. The goal is to facilitate hands-on learning in rural or limited-resource environments, enhancing clinical training and exposure to rural healthcare challenges. Funding is intended to help cover costs associated with these educational experiences, with applications reviewed for credit-worthiness.
