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Attention UDOC and SHPEP students!

Are you considering a hands-on path to a health career—or looking for clinical experience before applying to medical school?
Check out the Medical Assistant (MA) Apprenticeship Program through Seattle Roots Community Health!
This unique, paid apprenticeship offers:
  • On-the-job training in a community health setting
  • Support toward earning a Medical Assistant certification
  • A fantastic stepping stone for careers in medicine, nursing, or public health
Whether you’re exploring health professions or planning your path to medical school, becoming an MA is a smart and impactful way to gain clinical experience while serving your community.
🩺 Interested?
Learn more and apply here:

Eduardo “Wally” Aguilar, He/Him

Full-Cycle Recruiter
206 299-1680
Seattle Roots Dental Clinic – Administrative Bld – 2nd Floor

500 19th Ave E. Seattle, WA 98112
seattleroots.org

Spots are limited—early application is encouraged!

Closing Out May with Heart Health ❤️

On Saturday, May 17th, we concluded this month’s LETI Interprofessional Health Talk Series with an impactful session on Heart Health and Hypertension. Ambassadors Tabetha Clark and Hector Salazar led an informative and engaging presentation that covered the risks, warning signs, and preventative steps for maintaining a healthy heart.

The focus was on importance of regular checkups, nutrition, physical activity, and stress management—reminding us that heart health is a lifelong commitment.

A big thank you to Tabetha and Hector for their clear, compassionate delivery, and to everyone who attended and helped us wrap up a successful month of health education during Mental Health Awareness Month!
Stay tuned for more events to come—our work supporting community health continues! 💪
Hector Salazar, DDS Candidate
Tabetha D Clark, DDS Candidate

Spring Mixer 2025

We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday May 20th at our Spring Mixer

Breathing Easy: Respiratory Health at LETI

On Friday, May 10th, our Interprofessional Health Talk Series continued with an engaging session on Respiratory Health at the Latino Educational Training Institute (LETI). Ambassadors Natasha Moffitt and NadineMrkaljevic led the discussion, providing valuable insights into common respiratory conditions, prevention strategies, and tips for maintaining healthy lungs.
Their interactive presentation empowered attendees with knowledge about asthma, COPD, and the importance of air quality—especially relevant as we head into allergy and wildfire season.
Thank you to Natasha and Nadina for your thoughtful, community-centered approach and to everyone who joined us in person and on Zoom!

📅 Next up: On May 17, we’ll be focusing on Heart Health and Hypertension. Don’t miss this important session as this will be our last LETI talk for this year!

Nadine Mrkaljevic
Natasha Moffitt

Kicking Off Mental Health Awareness Month at LETI

On Saturday, May 3rd, we launched our first LETI Interprofessional Health Talk of the month with a powerful presentation on mental health—a fitting start to Mental Health Awareness Month. The session was led by ambassador Luke La Mue and medical student Karina Lopez, who brought compassion and insight to a vital and often stigmatized topic.

Together, they explored the importance of mental well-being, strategies for self-care, and how to access support in times of need. Their presentation encouraged thoughtful conversation and offered practical tools for everyday mental health.

Thank you to Luke and Karina for creating a welcoming, informative space for our community, and to all who attended and participated.

 

Next up: Join us this Friday, May 10, for a session on Respiratory Health as the LETI series continues. We hope to see you there!

Interprofessional Health Talk Series: Diabetes Education

 

On Saturday, April 19, the second installment of our Interprofessional Health Talk Series took place at the Latino Educational Training Institute (LETI) in Everett. MEDEX Northwest students Emily McIver and Avie Ishiguro delivered an engaging and informative presentation on diabetes, covering essential topics in prevention, management, and lifestyle tips.

The presenters also discussed the connection between diabetes and oral health, the topic of the first LETI talk given by dental students Donna Ramirez, Korosh Akhtari, and Sakshi Luthra—highlighting the importance of an interprofessional approach to community health.

A total of 38 community members attended both in person and via Zoom, making for a lively and interactive session. We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us and to Emily and Avie for their thoughtful, community-centered approach.

The LETI presentation series continues on May 3, focusing on behavioral health—we hope to see you there! Thank you ambassadors for your continued dedication and excellent work!

Interprofessional Education Series with the Latino Community

Risks of poor oral health and hygiene.

On Saturday, April 5, three dental students (Donna Ramirez, Korosh Akhtari, Sakshi Luthra) presented an oral health lecture to the Latino community. The presentation is the first in a series of six health educational sessions. It was well received with engaging community members.

Oral Health Steps
Steps to maintain oral health.

Ambassador Current & Upcoming Events

LETI Opportunity

We’re partnering with LETI (Latino Educational Training Institute) on an educational program on Saturdays starting February to provide education on preventative health. Email Dr. Appel at happel@uw.edu if you’re interested in learning more.

Upcoming Conference

The Northwest Rural Health Conference will be during spring break on March 24-26 in Spokane. Poster submissions and scholarship application are now open. Let us know if you’re thinking of attending.

King County Clinic Listening Project

Interested in learning more about what patients think about their health?
Join us for a listening session where you get to ask people questions. Saturday April 26 morning and afternoon shifts. Questions? Email Taylor at
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