Medical Education

Quote from Milani Sivapragasam, premedical student:

“I wanted to thank and all the providers from Chiricahua for your time and willingness to teach me. You have left my understanding of medicine and the role of physicians in the world forever changed. You set such a wonderful example of the kind of human being I strive to be. I can’t thank you enough for giving me the opportunity to be at the Pediatric Center of Excellence and on the Mobile Medical Clinic; both remain as the strongest memories from my summer. My respect and admiration are of the highest for you and your colleagues. I wish you all the best.”

CCHCI’s medical education program is an extremely popular rotation for many students of health professions. We offer an exceptional educational experience that encompasses the many complexities associated with the provision of healthcare in a rural region that shares a border with a developing nation. Our highly-qualified professionals are passionate about their work, and are dedicated to sharing their knowledge. Our greatest aspiration is inspire others to also make a difference in their community–wherever it may be–through the practice of their profession.

Experiences range from clinical care in a state-of-the-art pediatric practice to providing outreach services to domestic violence shelters to providing dental care via a mobile dental clinic to migrant farm workers.

Medical students and residents, nurse practitioner and physician assistant students, dental professionals and others are all welcome to apply. Although we do our best to accommodate all highly-motivated students and residents, limited space and popularity does require an application and selection process.

Housing is covered for many medical residents.

To learn more or to apply, please send an email of interest to cchci@cchci.org.