For Medical Students Preparing for Residency
Rural Medical Training Collaborative
Rural Residency Connection
Rural Residency Connection
Explore Rural Residency Programs Before You Apply
Tuesday
August 11, 2026
5 - 7 p.m. PT
5 - 7 p.m. PT
Presented by: Rural Medical Training Collaborative with PracticeLink & 3RNET
Make Smarter Decisions Before You Apply
- Explore multiple residency programs in one place
- Ask questions directly to program faculty, staff and residents
- Compare programs to better understand fit, culture and training experience
- Walk away with a clearer sense of where you want to apply
Simple. Flexible. Built Around You.
- Browse virtual booths from participating residency programs
- Start conversations via chat - no pressure to jump straight to video
- Move into video conversations if it makes sense
- Spend your time with the programs that interest you most
What You'll Gain
- Real conversations with programs you may be considering
- Insight into training environments, expectations and opportunities
- A better understanding of rural residency pathways
- Connections you can follow up with after the event
Who Should Attend
- Medical students exploring residency options in:
- Family Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- OB/GYN
- General Surgery
- Psychiatry
- Students interested in:
- Rural practice
- Mission-driven care
- Students preparing for the upcoming residency application cycle
Why Consider Rural Training
- Broader scope of practice and earlier hands-on experience
- Strong community impact and patient relationships
- Loan repayment programs and financial incentives
- Diverse and flexible career opportunities after residency
Participating Resources
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AK |
MO |
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• UW Alaska Internal Medicine Rural Residency |
• Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare • KCU GME Consortium |
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AR |
MT |
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• UAMS Regional Centers Crossett RTP |
• Family Medicine Residency of Western Montana • Montana Family Medicine Residency Rural Track Training |
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AZ |
NC |
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• University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix/Payson Family Medicine Residency |
• Cabarrus Family Medicine Residency Program – Rural Track • MAHEC BOONE Rural Family Medicine Residency • MAHEC Hendersonville Family Medicine • Mountain Area Health Care Education Center, Internal Medicine |
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CA |
NM |
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• Sierra Nevada Family Medicine • Sierra Nevada Family Medicine Residency Program |
• Shiprock-UNM Family Medicine Residency Program |
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CO |
NY |
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• North Colorado Family Medicine Residency |
• Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital – Family Medicine Residency |
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HI |
OR |
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• Kauai Family Medicine |
• Providence Hood River Family Medicine Residency Rural Training Program |
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ID |
PA |
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• Idaho State University Family Medicine Residency |
• UPMC Rural Family Medicine Residency |
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IL |
SC |
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• UICOMP Family Medicine Residency Program – Galesburg |
• Prisma Health/USC SOM-Greenville/Seneca Family Medicine Residency |
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KS |
WA |
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• KU-CHC/SEK Rural Family Medicine Residency |
• Central Washington Family Medicine Residency • MultiCare Omak Rural Training Program • U of WA School of Medicine Rural Program • WSU Family Medicine Residency |
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MN |
WI |
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• UMN/CentraCare Willmar Family Medicine Residency • UMN/Lakewood Rural Family Medicine Residency |
• MercyHealth Family Medicine Rural Track Residency Program – Lake Geneva • SSM Monroe Family Medicine Residency |
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WY |
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• University of Wyoming, Thermopolis RTT |
About Us
About The Rural Medical Training Collaborative
RMTC is a national collaborative focused on strengthening rural residency training and expanding pathways for physicians to serve in rural communities.
About PracticeLink
PracticeLink is a free, leading career management platform that connects medical students, residents, fellows, practicing physicians and advanced practice providers with career opportunities and trusted resources to support every stage of their journey.
About 3RNET (National Rural Recruitment & Retention Network)
3RNET is a national nonprofit network that connects healthcare professionals with opportunities in rural and underserved communities through a nationwide system of state and regional partners.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the event free?
Yes – registration and attendance are completely free.
- Do I need to stay for the full event?
No. You can join and leave at any time.
- Do I need to be on video?
No. You can start conversations via chat and only move to video if you choose.
- Can I just explore without committing to conversations?
Yes. You can browse booths and engage at your own pace.