Spokane Teaching Health Center

At the Spokane Teaching Health Center, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and education to our community. As a fully accredited institutional sponsor, we offer a variety of residency programs, including Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Transitional Year Residency, as well as fellowship programs in Sports Medicine, Obstetrics, and Psychiatry.

Our organization was established in 2013 with the goal of addressing the critical shortage of residency slots in Eastern Washington. We are a joint venture between Empire Health Foundation, Providence Health Care, and Washington State University Health Sciences Spokane, and our board members are respected community leaders in their respective fields.

The Clinic

The Spokane Teaching Health Clinic is located downtown Spokane on the WSU campus and was designed with both patients and healthcare providers in mind. With 56 exam rooms, 3 procedure suites, and 6 counseling rooms, our clinic is equipped to provide comprehensive education in patient care. Collaboration among healthcare professionals is a cornerstone of our clinic, where residents work alongside students in various healthcare fields, including pharmacy, social work, and physical therapy, to provide the best possible care for our patients while learning about teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Life in Spokane

Spokane is a vibrant city that perfectly blends urban life with natural beauty. The city boasts a charming downtown area, a stunning river gorge, and the breathtaking Spokane Falls. With its thriving arts district, delicious local cuisine, and growing number of wineries and craft breweries, there's always something new to explore in Spokane. Our residents and students enjoy a high quality of life in this beautiful city, with endless opportunities for outdoor activities, cultural experiences, and professional growth.

Our Programs

We offer a range of residency and fellowship programs designed to provide comprehensive training and education to healthcare professionals. Our programs include:

• Family Medicine Residency: Our Family Medicine Residency program is designed to train residents in providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a variety of settings. We offer both urban and rural training tracks to provide a diverse range of experiences.

• Internal Medicine Residency: Our Internal Medicine Residency program focuses on training residents to become skilled internists who can provide compassionate, evidence-based care to patients. We offer a Primary Care Track and a Teaching Fellowship program for residents interested in academic medicine.

• Transitional Year Residency: Our Transitional Year Residency program is designed for residents who need an interim year of training before entering their specialty program. This program provides a broad range of clinical experiences and helps residents develop essential skills in patient care.

• Fellowship Programs: We offer several fellowship programs, including Sports Medicine, Obstetrics, and Psychiatry, which provide advanced training in specialized areas of medicine.

Our Mission

The Spokane Teaching Health Center is committed to fostering the region's healthcare needs through inclusive, community-based education, training, and retention of a strong healthcare workforce. We believe that by providing high-quality education and training, we can improve healthcare outcomes and enhance the quality of life for our community.