Future Montana Physicians Contribute to Newly Published Paper in Journal of Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics
Research examines caffeine dosing in infants with congenital heart disease
Two rising fourth-year Montana WWAMI students, Annalisa Hawk and Courtney Hallock are celebrating a significant academic milestone — contributing to a newly published paper in the Journal of Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics, alongside MSU undergraduates and Duke University researchers. The potentially life-saving research focuses on optimal caffeine dosage for infants with congenital heart disease (CHD), providing real-world implications for newborn care.
Find out how this research could change care for vulnerable newborns.
Match Day Moments: Meet the Montana WWAMI Students Shaping the Future of Care
Match Day is a defining milestone for Montana WWAMI fourth-year students — the moment when years of rigorous training culminate in residency placements across the country. It’s a day filled with celebration as students get ready to take the next step in their medical careers.
This year, 29 Montana WWAMI students matched into residency programs across 13 states, including Montana, spanning 12 specialties. Nearly half of the class, 45 percent, matched into primary care (internal medicine, family medicine, and pediatrics). With the addition of the needed specialties throughout the state, including general surgery, OB-GYN, and psychiatry, the percentage rises to 72%, underscoring a strong commitment to meeting the healthcare needs of communities across the region.
Meet the future doctors helping to meet Montana’s healthcare needs.
Finding the Right Fit: Montana WWAMI Students Sample Internal Medicine Through “Speed Dating” Event
For more than a decade, Montana WWAMI has offered first-year medical students a unique way to explore the breadth of internal medicine, helping to shape exciting future career choices. Each spring, students gather for an evening of informal conversations with physicians representing a wide range of subspecialties presented in a speed-dating format.
Learn how this format is opening doors to a field full of possibilities.
From AI to Assessment: Montana WWAMI Faculty Conference Sparks New Energy in Medical Education
Energy, innovation, and a shared commitment to teaching excellence defined the 2026 Montana WWAMI Faculty Development Conference at Fairmont Hot Springs. Bringing together educators from across the WWAMI region, the weekend delivered a dynamic mix of ideas, practical tools, and meaningful connection.
How faculty are evolving with new tools and a changing healthcare landscape.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Maurice Hilleman: Advancing the Future of Vaccines
An evening at the Museum of the Rockies brought history, science, and public health into focus as Montana WWAMI honored one of vaccinology’s most influential figures.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Maurice Hilleman: The Story of the History and Future of Vaccines explored both the impact of Hilleman’s work and the future of vaccine development.
Discover how one scientist’s legacy continues to shape global health today.
Montana WWAMI Inspires Next Generation of Healthcare Providers at Statewide HOSA Conference
Montana WWAMI connected with aspiring healthcare students at the recent HOSA State Leadership Conference in Billings, advancing its commitment to building Montana’s future physician workforce. Nearly 400 high school students from throughout Montana competed in a wide range of medical and leadership events, showcasing both skills and a passion for future roles in medical professions.
How Montana WWAMI is inspiring future healthcare providers across the state.
To discovery that advances care and the future physicians leading the way, Montana WWAMI Deans
Brant Schumaker, DVM, MPVM, PhD
Assistant Foundations Dean, Director,
Montana WWAMI
Jay S. Erickson, MD
Assistant Dean for Regional Affairs,
Assistant Clinical Dean, Montana WWAMI
Serena Brewer, DO
Assistant Dean for Regional Affairs,
Assistant Clinical Dean, Montana WWAMI
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