Family Medicine Preceptorship
Who can participate?
UAMS students who have just completed their M1 year and are in good standing in the College of Medicine.
What will I do during the preceptorship?
Students will shadow a family medicine physician to gain insight about the specialty of family medicine, while practicing physical exam and diagnosing skills. Blackboard assignments help students learn about topics such as chronic disease management, community health and advocacy.
Do Blackboard assignments count toward my grade?
No. All Blackboard assignments are required but are for completion of FM Preceptorship only.
When does the program take place?
June and July of each year.
How is my Family Medicine Preceptor assigned?
Students work with the M1 Summer Programs Coordinator to find a suitable FM preceptor. Students do not contact the FM preceptor directly until after the M1 Summer Program Coordinator has made the preceptor assignment and contacted the student.
Where do I complete my preceptorship?
College of Medicine students may precept with a board-certified family medicine physician outside of Pulaski County*. Eligible physicians can be found on the ABFM website.
*Honors in Rural and Urban Underserved Primary Care students may precept with a family medicine physician with an underserved patient population inside of Pulaski County.
How many spots are available?
Ten students are accepted. This number may vary depending on available funding.
Is there a stipend?
Yes. Students receive a $500 stipend for the two-week preceptorship period.
Where can I find more information?
For full details about the family medicine preceptorship, view the Family Medicine Preceptorship Handbook.