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2520 S. IH 35 Austin, TX 78704 512-472-8921 capitalahec

A Healthcare Workforce Non-Profit Organization. 2520 S. IH 35 Austin, TX 78704 512-472-8921 www.capitalahec.org. Why are there AHECs?.

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2520 S. IH 35 Austin, TX 78704 512-472-8921 capitalahec

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  1. A Healthcare Workforce Non-Profit Organization 2520 S. IH 35Austin, TX 78704 512-472-8921 www.capitalahec.org

  2. Why are there AHECs? The AHEC (Area Health Education Centers) program was developed by Congress in 1971 to recruit, train and retain a health professions workforce committed to underserved populations.

  3. AHEC Locations in the US

  4. Texas AHECs

  5. Capital AHEC Service Area

  6. AHEC Programs • Community-Based Education • Recruiting Preceptors • Health Careers Promotion • High School Summer Camps • Health Literacy • Community Classes • Practice Entry and Support • Texas Health Match website

  7. Capital AHEC Student Numbers The Capital AHEC placed approximately 150 students within its region during 2007-2008. We expect to place around 250 students during the 2008-2009 fiscal year. Increase in UTMB student numbers: • Pediatrics: 60 – 120 • Internal Medicine: 36 – 96 • Other (approximate): 50 - 70

  8. My Contact Information Brian Sullivan Senior Program Coordinator 512-472-8921, Ext. 302 Cell: 512-848-5531 bsullivan@capitalahec.org

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