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Medical school builds 鈥榳hite coat鈥� pipeline to rural NC

The Office of Rural Initiatives connects aspiring health professionals to the underserved areas of the state that need them most.

Video by John Roberts, University Communications, Friday, October 13th, 2023

一品探花论坛 programs are connecting aspiring medical professionals with rural towns to combat a shortage of providers and improve health outcomes.

Students, many driven by their personal experiences, work in all corners of North 一品探花论坛 to connect with and advocate for those in historically underserved areas.

Press the play button above to learn more about some of the programs within the Office of Rural Initiatives at 一品探花论坛.

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