PEDS 646 – Pediatric Clinical Clerkship – Walla Walla, WA
Renowned for winemaking, Walla Walla boasts more than 130 wineries and draws visitors from around the world. The fertile land also produces everything from wheat to asparagus, strawberries, and of course our famous sweet onions. The small-town feel and historic Main Street offer opportunities to explore vintage shops, cafes, bookstores, tasting rooms, award-winning restaurants, and a thriving farmers market.
Outside recreation is not hard to find with miles of scenic roads for cycling, Bluewood ski area an hour away, and mushroom foraging and hiking in the Blue Mountains.
Walla Walla Clinic
55 West Tietan Street
Walla Walla, WA 99362
P: (509) 525-3720
Providence St. Mary Medical Center
401 Poplar Street
Walla Walla, WA 99362
P: (509) 897-3320
Site Director
Tim O’Connor, MD
P: (509) 525-3720 ext. 1389
Site Coordinator
Katherine Boehm
P: (509) 525-3720 ext. 1103
Site Education Coordinator
Blake Rustman
P: (509) 464-9182
Regional Office Administrator
Credentialing
You will be contacted by the Regional Office about required forms to complete and return 6-8 weeks before your rotation. If you have any questions regarding this process, contact Ciera Stafford.
In addition to regional documentation, you will also need to read, complete, and obtain the below information and return at one time to Blake Rustman. If you have questions, please contact Blake at (509) 464-9182
- SEWA Student Intake Packet
- Send completed packet back by e-mail.
- Pyxis Agreement
- Providence – RIS Mandatory CIA Compliance Training DV2023-0803.1907
- Student onboarding Calendar 2024
- Declination of Influenza Vaccine Form 2023-2024
- Declination of COVID-19 Form 2023-2024
- Letter of Good Standing, which includes your proof of malpractice insurance (located in your eValue portfolio)
- Vaccination records. These can be requested from Hall Health.
- Including a copy of your compliance training certificate after completion.
Housing
A 1-bedroom, 1-bath guesthouse is available for your entire stay in Walla Walla. It has wireless internet, small kitchenette, washer, and dryer and is located just south of town amongst the vineyards. No pets are allowed. If you have questions, please contact site coordinator.
Transportation
A car is required as transportation is limited. Winter driving conditionals are likely November to March.
Experience
Clinically, the pediatric clerkship in Walla Walla offers an opportunity to learn in a rural setting where we practice traditional full-scope pediatrics including inpatient general pediatrics, newborn care, and outpatient clinic. The clinic also hosts the Seattle Children’s Pediatric Cardiology group once a month for a satellite clinic offering the opportunity to learn from pediatric cardiology for a day during the rotation.