MD Program

University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
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   Indian Health Services in Tuba City, Arizona 

Global Programs elective opportunities are available for UI medical students in the Indian Health Services (IHS) Clinics in Tuba City, Arizona for the summer of  2013. This site provides a unique opportunity to work with members of the IHS team and members of the Navajo nation while living on the reservation.  Experiences for rising M2 students will include a combination of direct patient contact in the clinics and participation in projects under the leadership of the mentoring physicians in the Department of Surgery. 

A limited number of fellowships will be awarded by the UI Carver College of Medicine to help support first year medical students pursuing this elective during  the M1/M2 summer. The purpose of these fellowships is to expand the knowledge and experience of students in patient care in cross cultural and underserved communities in the US. Again, this elective must last a minimum of a four week period in order to qualify for fellowship consideration.

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit an essay, three pages maximum, addressing why you would like to be selected for the elective and the dates you request.  Applications must be received by noon, February 4, 2013 to 1187 MERF:

Candidates will be chosen based on their application materials, record of academic performance, and the match of their interest with the availability of clinic staff.

Application materials are due by noon on February 4, 2013.. Materials should be sent to:

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