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About

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About

About

Stronger Together
The UW-GU Health Partnership brings together two of the country’s leading health education programs in order to transform medical care, research and innovation in Spokane and Eastern Washington. With growing demand for health care professionals throughout the region, the Partnership is training the next generation of providers who have deep ties to the region.

Medical students in the UW-GU Health Partnership building.

Educating the Next Generation

The Health Partnership brings together the University of Washington’s world-class medical education programs with Gonzaga University’s leading undergraduate programs in nursing, public health and human physiology, all in the heart of Spokane.

The Partnership focuses on the Foundations Phase — the first 18 months of medical school — which covers basic science training with robust clinical skills training. From the start of medical school, students work in groups with a mentor in inpatient settings, and are matched with a primary care physician in the community for bi-weekly clinical experiences. These students perform clinical rotations with physicians’ practices in Spokane and throughout the WWAMI (Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and Idaho) region.

Gonzaga student doing research in a lab.

A Catalyst for Research and Entrepreneurship

Beyond medical education, the Partnership serves as a catalyst for health-related research and entrepreneurship in Spokane. By fostering inter-professional teaching and building alliances among local researchers, we are driving the innovation that defines a modern medical hub. Together, we are pursuing high-impact discovery and biomedical advancements that strengthen the region’s health and economic future.

About the Health Partners

University of Washington School of Medicine

As a national leader in physician training, the University of Washington School of Medicine (UWSOM) is dedicated to excellence in medical education. We place a special emphasis on preparing a highly skilled workforce to meet the diverse needs of our region, specifically focusing on expanding access to high-quality care in rural and underserved communities. By training the next generation of primary care doctors and specialists to practice "right here at home," UWSOM ensures that world-class medical expertise serves communities throughout eastern Washington.

Gonzaga University

Rooted in a 135-year Jesuit tradition of humanistic education and service, Gonzaga University is a catalyst for the educational, social, and economic vitality of the Inland Northwest. By blending academic rigor with a deep commitment to the common good, Gonzaga develops ethically grounded leaders dedicated to transforming regional healthcare. Through its deep community roots and mission-driven excellence, the University serves as a foundational partner in building a healthier, more prosperous future for Spokane and the rural communities we serve.