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Rural Programs addresses the shortage of primary care physicians in rural Alabama communities.

Our mission is to recruit students from rural Alabama who are interested in health care careers & working as healthcare professionals in rural communities. Our mission is to recruit students from rural Alabama areas who are interested in health care careers & working as healthcare professionals in rural communities.

11/02/2026

🌟 Rural Programs Alumni Spotlight! 🌟

Today, we are proud to spotlight Dr. Lee Carter, a former participant in the Rural Medical Scholars Program at The University of Alabama's College of Community Health Sciences!

Dr. Carter specializes in Family Medicine and currently practices at Ivy Creek Family Care, where he is dedicated to providing quality healthcare and building meaningful relationships with patients and their families.

His commitment to rural medicine reflects the mission of the Rural Medical Scholars Program. We are proud to celebrate Dr. Carter's accomplishments and his continued dedication to making a difference in rural healthcare! ❤️🐘

10/21/2026

It's that time of year again! The University of Alabama Rural Programs is excited to invite you to our Annual Rural Programs Tailgate! 🎉

Join us for a day of fun, fellowship, food, and Crimson Tide spirit as we bring together our Rural Programs family! We look forward to reconnecting with familiar faces and making new memories.

📣 Planning to attend? Be sure to RSVP using the link below!

🔗 https://universityofalabama.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0TwGBDbJf4kfyiq

We can't wait to see you there! 🐘🏈

10/12/2026

🌟 Rural Programs Alumni Spotlight! 🌟

Today, we are proud to spotlight Dr. Ashley Coleman, a former participant in the Rural Medical Scholars Program at The University of Alabama's College of Community Health Sciences!

Dr. Coleman's journey reflects the lasting impact of the Rural Medical Scholars Program and its commitment to preparing future healthcare professionals.

We are proud to celebrate Dr. Coleman's accomplishments and the difference he continues to make in the lives of his patients through his dedication to quality healthcare!

10/07/2026

🏈 It’s Tailgate Time with Rural Programs! 🐘❤️

Join us for a fun-filled Rural Programs Tailgate Party as we get ready for Alabama football! Come enjoy good food, great company, and plenty of game-day fun. 🎉🍗🏈

📅 Saturday, November 21
⏰ 10:00 AM

Bring your game-day spirit and come tailgate with the Rural Programs family! ❤️🤍

10/04/2026

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09/14/2026

08/19/2026

Happy First Day of Class!🎉
We are excited to welcome the newest cohorts of Rural Medical Scholars, Rural Dental Scholars and Rural Community Health Scholars. These students are committed to making a difference in rural communities by improving access to care and serving where they are needed most.

Rural Medical Scholars:
Chloe Cater-Calhoun County
Rebecca Chancey-Houston County
John David Harrell-Walker County
Jake Hays- Colbert County
Zachary Love- St. Clair County
Tevin Pauley-Colbert County
Christy Xie- Chilton County

Rural Dental Scholars:
Kirby Payton-Cleburne County
Lynn Pham-Marengo County
Trenton Roden-Colbert County
Jack Stoudenmire- Clarke County

Rural Community Health Scholars:
Abbi Calhoun-Chilton County
Erica Doss-Covington County
Nia Jones-Etowah County

👏 Join us in congratulating them as they begin this meaningful journey toward becoming the next generation of rural healthcare leaders.

08/03/2026

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Dr. John Brandon, a beloved physician, educator, and champion for rural healthcare.

Dr. Brandon dedicated his life to serving others as a primary care physician in a small rural community, where his compassion, leadership, and unwavering commitment to his patients made a lasting impact. Through his role as Medical Director of The University of Alabama Rural Medical Scholars Program, he mentored and inspired countless future physicians, helping shape generations of healthcare leaders committed to serving rural communities.

In recognition of his extraordinary contributions to rural health and medical education, the Rural Medical Scholars Program proudly renamed its annual Sage Award to the Dr. John Brandon Award in 2026, an honor that reflects the lasting legacy he leaves behind.

We extend our deepest condolences to Dr. Brandon's family, friends, former colleagues, students, and all whose lives he touched. His legacy will live on through the many physicians he mentored and the countless rural communities that continue to benefit from his life's work.

07/16/2026

🎉Congratulations to our very own, Ms. Cynthia Moore, for 40 years of service! Ms. Moore serves as Program Coordinator for our Rural Health and Rural Dental Health Scholars as well as the MOORE Scholars. We are thankful for your dedication and commitment to serving our students and helping prepare the next generation of rural health care leaders. Congratulations again on this wonderful milestone!

Help us congratulate Cynthia Moore, assistant director for CCHS’s Rural Programs, for achieving 40 years of continuous service at The University of Alabama 🎉!

Moore was recognized during a Service Recognition Celebration Ceremony Thursday, July 16, at UA’s Bryant Conference Center.

Address

211 Peter Bryce Boulevard
Tuscaloosa, AL
35487

Telephone

+12053480536

Website

https://cchs.ua.edu/rural-programs/, https://tr.ee/4TPenpsvnn, https://tr.ee/RlzAX4ju0j

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