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Mark E Deutchman1, Kathryn Nearing, Brenda Baumgarten

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This rural immersion program increases health professions students' interest in rural practice by exploring community life. The experience enhances understanding of rural challenges and career considerations.

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Area of Science:

  • Rural health professions education
  • Interprofessional rural immersion programs

Background:

  • Health professions students often lack exposure to rural practice environments.
  • Clinical rotations primarily focus on medical aspects, neglecting community context.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate an interdisciplinary rural immersion program for health professions students.
  • To assess the program's impact on students' interest and understanding of rural practice.

Main Methods:

  • Students from medicine, physician assistant, pharmacy, nursing, public health, and psychology programs participated.
  • A week-long immersion involved orientation and interprofessional group investigations of community aspects.
  • Investigated areas included healthcare, education, government, public health, economy, and natural resources.

Main Results:

  • Participants reported increased interest in future rural practice locations.
  • The program addressed student questions about rural living and professional life.
  • Enhanced understanding of factors influencing rural career choices was noted.

Conclusions:

  • The interdisciplinary program facilitated a move beyond clinical settings.
  • Students gained insight into cultural, economic, and environmental factors of rural practice.
  • The program provides a structured environment for exploring rural life and work.