College of Health News

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Della Keats program introduces Alaskan high schoolers to degrees and careers in healthcare

 |  Janelle Richards  |  , , ,

The newest iteration of the Della Keats Health Sciences Program focuses on serving Alaska Native/American Indian high school students interested in healthcare careers.

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Faculty Spotlight: Teresa Lowe Honored as PA of the Year

 |  Jessica Degnan  |  , ,

Teresa Lowe, a Lecturer for the MEDEX Northwest Physician Assistant Program, a partnership between UAA and the University of Washington School of Medicine, has been recognized as PA of the Year for her outstanding contributions to the field.

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Program highlights need for physician assistants in Alaska

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On the campus of UAA, the University of Washington Anchorage Physician Assistant Program is helping recruit and retain healthcare workers in Alaska. The Kaiser Family Foundation says 22% of primary care needs are being met in Alaska. The need for physician assistance is critical, especially in rural Alaska.