CIHA-MAHEC Internal Medicine Rural and Tribal Health Track

The CIHA-MAHEC Internal Medicine Rural and Tribal Health Track aims to train well-rounded internists with a focus on serving rural and historically marginalized populations. This track aligns with the core program mission as well as the mission of Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority.

Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority

PURPOSE

To assure the prosperity of the next seven generations of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.

MISSION

To provide accessible, patient and family centered quality healthcare with responsible management of the Tribe’s resources.

VISION

To be significant in the lives of Tribal members, chosen for excellence and exceeding customer expectations, recognized for improving the health of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.

VALUES

• Integrity (Honest and Fair)
• Excellence (Pursuit of Perfection)
• Engagement (Emotional and Intellectual Commitment)
• Stewardship
• Group Harmony (Professional, Respectful, Supportive, Loyalty, Grace)
• Compassion
• Accountability

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

1. U wa shv u da nv te lv (oo wa shuh oo da nuh tay luh)
• “The one who helps you from the heart”
2. To hi (toe hee)
• “A state of peace and balance”
3. Ni hi tsa tse li (nee hee zah zay lee or nee hee ja jay lee)
• “It belongs to you”
4. Di qwa tse li i yu s di (dee gwa jay lee ee you sdee)
• “Like family to me” or “He, she, they, are like my own family”