MAHEC Alumni Association
As a proud graduate of one of our programs, you are part of a thriving community of healthcare professionals dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities. This space is designed to celebrate your achievements; keep you connected with fellow alumni and current learners; and provide opportunities for continued learning, collaboration, and professional growth.
Whether you’re looking to stay informed about the latest happenings at MAHEC, share your expertise, or engage in meaningful networking opportunities, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Welcome home, MAHEC alumni!
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Employment: Blue Ridge Health – North Justice Street, Hendersonville, NC; Program Director, MAHEC Hendersonville Rural Family Medicine Residency Program
Helene Recovery: The MAHEC Hendersonville Rural Family Medicine Residency Program responded with collaboration and resilience during and after Hurricane Helene. I am grateful for this community within MAHEC and Blue Ridge Health that supports one another and works together to care for our communities. It's been a privilege to be back in the residency I trained and I am grateful for MAHEC's work in our region.
Read More Alumni StoriesIn North Carolina, retaining one newly graduated physician adds approximately $2.1 million to the state economy and creates about 13 new jobs. In total, $668 million in economic output for WNC has been generated by MAHEC GME graduates since our programs began.
Of the 783 MAHEC graduates with available data,
practice in the state of North Carolina.
Of the 394 MAHEC graduates practicing in the state,
practice locally in Western North Carolina.
Of the 783 MAHEC graduates with available data,
serve in rural or partially rural areas.
50% of our total graduates practice in the state of North Carolina.
41% of our total graduates practice locally in Western North Carolina.
29% of our total graduates serve in rural or partially rural areas.
Creating
4,039 jobs locally in Western North Carolina and
965 jobs in other areas of the state.
Generating
$ 668 million in local economic output for Western North Carolina and
$ 160 million in economic output for other areas of the state.
Above data includes only graduates whose employment status could be located.
*The AMA defines “output” as direct (medical revenues, jobs/wages and salaries created by the physician, and taxes paid) and indirect (supplies/equipment purchased by physicians, practice administrative services, cleaning/property maintenance services, and clinical and laboratory services) benefits.
