Peggy O'Neill
Course Director

Family Medicine Elective for 2nd Year Medical Students

Students who have completed their first year may spend one-to-two weeks advancing their clinical skills with patients, as well as, experiencing firsthand the lifestyle and medical practice of a rural family physician.

Practice Locations

• Practice sites are available all over Oregon, and students may choose from a variety of preceptors and practice styles.

• The experience may be arranged for any week during the summer, and preceptors provide housing and most meals.
  
  
• Students will be responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from their site.

Requirements for 1 Elective Credit

• Completion of required registration and information sheet
  
  
• One full week with assigned physician
  
  
• Feedback form after the completed week.
  
  

If you are interested in learning more about the Rural Family Medicine Experience, please contact:

Peggy O'Neill
Department of Family Medicine
OHSU School of Medicine
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503) 494-5323

OHSU Family Medicine