Students & ResidentsSeek in-depth residency experiences and unmatched opportunities in preparation for rural, underserved urban or international practice.
Admin & FacultyJoin a community of rural educators in the health professions to share best practices, provide mutual encouragement & conduct collaborative research.
CommunityThe RTT Collaborative is committed to a community engaged approach to its work. We would love to have you join us!

Our Participating Programs and Sponsors

Ohio University HCOM
Central Maine Medical Center Family Medicine Residency – Swift River Rural Training Track
Colorado Family Medicine Residencies
Ohio University RUSP
Cahaba Medical Care
Spokane Teaching Health Center
Family Medicine Residency of Idaho
Oregon Health & Science University-Cascades East Family Medicine Residency
Family Medicine Residency of Western Montana
Providence Oregon Family Medicine Hood River Rural Training Program
Hidalgo Medical Services Family Medicine Residency Program
Wayne County Hospital RESST Program
UND Bismarck/Center for Family Medicine-Hettinger RTT & UND Minot/Williston Medical Center-Rural Residency
Wisconsin Rural Physician Residency Assistance Program
University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson Family Medicine Residency

 

Registration is open for our 2024 Scholarly Intensive Seminar Series!  Click HERE for more information!

 

The RTT Collaborative is excited to announce that we are hiring a part-time Associate Director!

More information can be found here: Associate-Director-open-position.pdf (185.78 KB pdf) !

 

 

Featured News Story

Annual Rural Photo Contest

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The Rural Medical Training Collaborative (formerly RTT Collaborative) invites you to participate in our annual rural photo contest.  Each year we hold a “bragging rights” competition for the shutter bugs associated with our organization to showcase their best photos that represent rural healthcare and training.  The deadline for submission is the end of April, but this year, for the first time ever, all entries that are submitted prior to the start of our annual meeting on April 10th, will be featured at the meeting and eligible to win the new “Rural Educators” award, to be selected by the attendees at the annual meeting in Asheville,
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Latest News

News stories via the Rural Health Information Hub News stories of interest to rural health, with information provided via the Rural Health Information Hub

  • Biden-Harris Administration Releases National Strategy for Suicide Prevention and First-Ever Federal Action Plan
    on April 23, 2024 at 5:00 am

    Announces the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention (National Strategy) and the associated Federal Action Plan, a plan developed by 10 federal departments. The National Strategy offers recommendations for addressing needs for at-risk populations. Highlights suicide rate disparities for various race and ethnicities. Includes links to the National Strategy, the Federal Action Plan, and other resources for mental healthcare access and substance abuse services.

  • Rural Communities Face Primary Care Physician Shortage
    on April 22, 2024 at 5:00 am

    Discusses recent research finding the shortage of primary care physicians is greater in rural areas. Includes analysis of findings by study authors, discussing rural-specific needs, Medicare reimbursement, and recruiting rural residents into healthcare.

  • Rural Jails Turn to Community Health Workers To Help the Newly Released Succeed
    on April 22, 2024 at 5:00 am

    Describes the role community health workers play in re-entry for recently incarcerated rural Utah residents. Discusses the role of addiction in incarceration and how the program is funded.

  • Biden Administration Sets Higher Staffing Mandates. Most Nursing Homes Don't Meet Them.
    on April 22, 2024 at 5:00 am

    Offers review of a new rule from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding staffing minimums in nursing homes. The new standard is expected to require most nursing homes to increase staff. Discusses the rural-specific timeline for meeting the standard in addition to the impact on wages, workforce shortages, and Medicaid reimbursement.

  • Biden-Harris Administration Takes Historic Action to Increase Access to Quality Care, and Support to Families and Care Workers
    on April 22, 2024 at 5:00 am

    Announces three rules from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services establishing national standards and increasing access to care. "Minimum Staffing Standards for Nursing Homes" aims to improve healthcare quality by setting minimum staffing standards for nursing staff, collecting and reporting on workforce compensation data, and offering incentives for the nurse workforce to work in nursing homes. The 2 remaining rules work together to establish national appointment wait time standards, address payment transparency, and create payment standards for workers providing home and community based services.

  • Miles for Milk: How Student-Run Grocery Store Reshaped Rural Community's Food Access
    on April 18, 2024 at 5:00 am

    Highlights a program in a rural Nebraska school addressing access to food in the community. A partnership between the school and the village offers a non-profit grocery store that is run by the students and managed by the business teacher.

  • Native Americans Have Shorter Life Spans, and It's Not Just Due to Lack of Health Care
    on April 15, 2024 at 5:00 am

    Discusses the social and economic factors contributing to early mortality for Native Americans. Highlights community health workers, food insecurity, generational trauma, and interventions attempting to reduce disparities.

  • Across the Country, Amish Populations Are on the Rise
    on April 10, 2024 at 5:00 am

    Discusses population trends for Amish communities based on the need for land and healthcare. Notes that some rare genetic diseases are present in Amish populations and discusses healthcare access challenges related to insurance status and transportation. Highlights an Ohio clinic primarily treating Amish patients.

  • Using Medicaid to Address Young People's Mental Health Needs in School Settings
    on April 10, 2024 at 5:00 am

    Discusses the need for mental health services in schools and how states around the country have used Medicaid reimbursement to fund those services. Notes recent policy changes that have made this possible and highlights challenges that remain in using Medicaid reimbursement, particularly for rural school districts.

  • Promotoras Play Essential Role in Connecting Farmworkers with Health Care in Rural NorCal
    on April 10, 2024 at 5:00 am

    Highlights the work of promotoras in rural Northern California including assisting eligible residents with enrolling in Medicaid. Discusses the impact of Health Provider Shortage Areas (HPSAs) on healthcare access, policy, and insurance access for undocumented farmworkers.

Helpful Resources

Rural resources via the Rural Health Information Hub Resources, reports, and other documents on rural health topics from a variety of sources, with information provided via the Rural Health Information Hub