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Become a RUUTE Community Preceptor

Community physicians play a vital role in training the next generation of rural physicians. RUUTE community preceptors mentor medical students during clinical rotations, research experiences, and community engagement activities throughout Utah and the Intermountain West.

Share your experience practicing medicine in rural communities.

Work with students on community-based health projects.

Supervise medical students during rural clinical experiences and electives.

Collaborate with students on rural and underserved health research.

Benefits & Resources

As appointed faculty, you may receive many faculty benefits and helpful resources. Our adjunct faculty receive Continuing Medical Education (CME) opportunities, as well as faculty development invitations. Through the help of RUUTE, library services, and individual clerkship programs, educational material will be provided to assist in maximizing clinic efficiency, working with a medical learner, and developing effective teaching skills. You can also visit the Academic Affairs & Faculty Development site to see a list of community faculty benefits.

To find more ways to donate towards rural medical student scholarships, please visit the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine Website.

CONTACT US

Please contact the RUUTE Team with any questions, concerns, or suggestions. 

Email: RUUTE@umail.utah.edu

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