Mentorship Program

Please complete the appropriate form and return to executivedirector@ohioruralhealth.org

Student Mentorship Opportunity Application

Mentor Application

Program Overview

The program creates connections between medical students and rural healthcare professionals. This program will include a mentor-matching program with quarterly virtual educational opportunities tailored to rural healthcare challenges and career development.

 Mentor-Matching Program

• Objective: Pair medical students with experienced rural healthcare professionals (e.g., physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners) to provide personalized guidance and career advice.
• Process:
• Students complete an online profile highlighting their interests, goals, and areas of expertise.
• Matches are made based on specialties, career aspirations, and geographic interests.
• Mentorship pairs will meet virtually on a mutually agreed upon time to discuss topics such as rural healthcare delivery and career development 

Program Benefits

1. For Students:
• Gain valuable insights into rural medicine and career opportunities.
• Build lasting professional relationships with experienced mentors.
• Access a structured program that fosters skill development and leadership.
  
  
2. For Mentors:
• Share expertise and positively impact the next generation of rural healthcare providers.
• Strengthen ties within the Ohio rural health community.
• Stay engaged with emerging trends and challenges in rural medicine.
• Enhance organizational visibility and impact through meaningful engagement. 

Application Process

Once application is approved, it will be matched as soon as possible. All applications will receive a timely response letting the student and/or mentor know of potential matches.

Please contact executivedirector@ohioruralhealth.org with any questions.