Congratulations to Nicole Washington for being a recipient of the National Health Service Corps scholarship

Congratulations to Nicole Washington for being a recipient of the National Health Service Corps scholarship "We are thrilled to announce that Nicole Washington (she/her), a first-year Physician Assistant (PA) student at the University of Utah, has been accepted into the highly competitive National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Scholarship Program! This prestigious program provides full tuition coverage and a monthly stipend in exchange for serving as a PA in primary care within underserved communities.

Nicole is deeply committed to improving health outcomes in underserved areas and making a meaningful impact on the well-being of patients and their families. With a background in health psychology and experience in socio-behavioral and clinical research, she is dedicated to delivering high-quality, empathy-driven healthcare. Growing up in Stockton, California, Nicole developed a strong awareness of healthcare disparities, which has fueled her passion for primary care and serving those with limited access to care. Nicole chose the University of Utah’s primary-care-focused PA program because of its shared commitment to these values, preparing her to be a culturally sensitive and well-prepared provider. We are incredibly excited for Nicole and can’t wait to see the positive impact she will have on her future patients!"