Overview

The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix prepares students to become physicians who manage not only the science of medicine, but also the social aspects of medicine. We are committed to addressing structural inequities and impediments that prevent people from accessing health care and leading healthy lives.

Phoenix is the fifth largest city in the United States, and the population of Arizona has increased by 12 percent over the last decade, according to the United States Census Bureau data. Communities across the state are becoming more diverse, and they need physicians who reflect the patient populations they serve.

To better serve the needs of these growing communities and improve health outcomes, we need to train more physicians who are underrepresented in medicine (URM).

The Underrepresented in Medicine (URM) Scholarship will help talented students complete their medical training at the U of A College of Medicine – Phoenix and other medical schools. With your help, we will continue building healthier communities throughout Arizona.

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Learn More from Our Faculty Champions

Wayne Franklin, MD
Wayne Franklin, MD
Co-director of the Heart Center at Phoenix Children's Hospital and a professor at the college
Daniel Velez, MD
Daniel Velez, MD
Co-director of the Heart Center and division chief of Cardiac Surgery at Phoenix Children's Hospital
Noor Zwayne, MD
Noor Zwayne, MD
Pediatric and adolescent gynecologist at Phoenix Children's Hospital
Ricardo Correa, MD
Ricardo Correa, MD
Director of Diversity for Graduate Medical Education and director of the Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Fellowship
Vinny Chulani, MD
Vinny Chulani, MD
Section chief for Adolescent Medicine and director of the Gender Support Program at Phoenix Children's Hospital