PEDS 617 – Pediatric Inpatient – Coeur d’Alene, ID
Coeur d’Alene is surrounded by lakes, rivers, and mountains. Coeur d’Alene has seen significant population growth in the last decade, but the community maintains and enjoys easy access the great outdoors. During the summer and fall months there are many community events including farmers markets, outdoor music, endurance sports, and golfing. During the winter month, there are numerous ski mountains nearby, as well as other recreational activities.
Site Director
Hinah Parker, MD
(208) 446-9191
Credentialing + Administrative Support
Amanda Junttila
(208) 625-6029
Housing
A 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo is provided, and shared with other students, when applicable. No additional guests, or pets are allowed, and the unit is not ADA compliant. While there isn’t any reliable public transportation, the clinic is about a 10-minute walk and/or bike.
Travel
Students are responsible for arranging their travel during this clerkship, which you will request through UW SOM WWAMI Student Travel. Please contact GoWWAMI with any questions.
Experience
Kootenai Medical Center is a 330-bed community-owned hospital at the heart of our regional northern Idaho medical system. Kootenai Health is the largest health system in northern Idaho and is the referral center for the 10 northern counties of Idaho. The regional system includes more than 25+ clinic specialties in more than 30 locations throughout the area. The center maintains a growing health system consisting of providers who have trained throughout the country and brought medical expertise and growing diversity to the community.
Typical schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:00AM to 4:00PM, with no weekend or evening calls.