AHEC Scholars Hub
Welcome Montana AHEC Scholars!
This webpage serves as a resource hub for all current Montana AHEC Scholars. Explore the topics below to learn more about the AHEC Scholars program, expectations, events, and so much more! If you ever have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact your AHEC Scholars Advisor.
Program Orientations
Spring 2025 Dates Coming Soon
AHEC Scholars Calendar
We have a variety of events offered to our AHEC Scholars. Make sure to check back
to the AHEC Scholar calendar to learn about upcoming events!
All events included in the calendar below have been approved for AHEC Scholars hours.Click the event title for more information about the event and which AHEC Scholars
Core Topic Area the event covers. After the event, make sure to fill out the appropriate
"Submit Activity for Hours" on the online platform to receive your hours.
Scholars Seminar Schedule Spring 2025
February Seminar
Tuesday, February 25th | 6:00 - 7:30 PM Mountain
Topic: Interprofessional Practice for Oral Health Care
Presenter: University of Washingston School of Dentistry
Please join dental students and professionals from the University of Washington School of Dentistry and Arcora Foundation for an interactive presentation on how health care professionals can help their communities achieve better oral health. The session will be on-line with case-based learning.
In the U.S., there are more than 2 million emergency department visits for dental pain per year at an average cost of $850 per visit. Preventing tooth decay and oral diseases is really a team effort, and you play a critical role.
March Seminar
Wednesday, March 12th | 5:00 - 6:00 PM Mountain
Topic: Career Pathways in Healthcare Analytics and Technology – A Rapidly Expanding Field
Presenters:
- Tressa Keller, IT Regulatory Program Manager, Logan Health/ Montana HIMSS Board
- Dominick Fitzsimmons, Director of Analytics, Mountain Pacific/ Montana HIMSS Board
Analytics and technology career options for healthcare professionals are many and expanding. Tressa Keller and Dominick Fitzsimmons have both followed diverse career paths in healthcare, IT and analytics, and are pleased to discuss their experiences and stepping stones to become involved in these exciting fields. This seminar, supported in collaboration with the Montana Health Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS), will focus on career journeys outside of direct patient care, opportunities for professional networking and mentorship and the ever-increasing industry needs for a diverse and in-demand skillset.
Scholars Advisors!
Mandy Groseth
All Programs & Colleges Not Listed Below
Nicole Holt
MSU BSN Students - All Campuses
Jillian Hull
All University of Montana, Missoula College, & Salish Kootenai College Students
BHWET-West Students
Shea McGuinness
ANEW & BHWET-East Students