2024 Clinical Training Sites of Excellence Awardees

Bigfork Medical Clinic Scenic Rivers & Bigfork Valley Hospital

Note from nominator:

Bigfork Medical is recognized for their exceptional dedication in fostering personalized learning opportunities, ensuring students gain hands-on experience and clinical responsibility across all facets of care while aligning with their individual goals and interests.

David Lee Funeral Home

Note from nominators:

David Lee Funeral Home is recognized for providing students with quality experiential learning through a safe and meaningful environment that enhances their educational journey.

Mayo Clinic - Rochester - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation; Occupational Therapy Discipline

Note from nominator:

Mayo Clinic-Rochester is recognized for its enduring partnership with the UMN OT Department, offering students full-time clinical experiences within a collaborative, professional environment where educators exemplify evidence-based, patient-centered care, fostering a safe and meaningful learning journey.

Minneapolis VA Medical Center - Veterans administration quality scholars program and the Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Residency Program

Note from nominator:

The Minneapolis VA is recognized for its vital role in mentoring students, co-developing evidence-based curricula, and guiding nursing students toward advanced expertise in implementation science, and addressing the complex care needs of veterans.

Mobile Dental Clinic

Note from nominator:

The MDC team is celebrated for exceeding expectations by not only offering students experiential learning in an alternative care model but also arranging impactful lunch and learns with non-profit cafés and local restaurants, sharing with students the links between food deserts, processed food consumption, and oral health challenges, deepening students’ understanding of community needs.

Winona Health

Note from nominator:

Winona Health is recognized for its exemplary collaboration, maintaining close communication with our team to seamlessly coordinate student placements and foster an enriching learning environment for our students.