Each year, the Washington Rural Health Association honors individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions in the field of rural health care. As a leadership organization, WRHA takes great pride in recognizing the efforts of professionals and colleagues in rural health qcross the state. The Future of Rural Health Award recognizes extraordinary leadership activities demonstrated by a student in the field of rural health. Candidates nominated for this award will have displayed a vested interest in improving rural health care and demonstrated an ability to work towards this improvement. Efforts may include organizing and directing rural health activities or groups, significant achievements, unique approaches to identifying or meeting needs, and commitment of time/effort.
Tessa Moore, until recently a WWAMI RHRC researcher, is currently a medical student in the University of Washington School of Medicine. Congratulations, Tessa! #nwrhc #futureruraldoc
