Announcing the John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering

Dr. John Shufeldt

You’ve probably heard the incredible news by now: our founder Dr. John Shufeldt has helped found Arizona State University’s new medical school – the John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering. In doing so, he has once again changed the game for the healthcare industry.   When Medicine and Innovation Collide There’s a saying […]

Meet our October Nurse of the Month: Joe Lliteras

Joe Lliteras, RN

Today we talk to a veteran nurse highly praised by his leadership. “Joe is always helping wherever we need it,” says nurse supervisor Katie Schindler. “If we are short an MSA, he will go up front and work the window; if the outpatient clinic is short, he will go over and help them if asked.  […]

Meet our September Nurse of the Month: LA Verner!

LA Verner

This month, you’ll meet a nurse described as “an asset to her nursing care team.” According to colleague Denaeh Wemhoff, LA Verner is a rock star nurse who manages to make every shift a positive experience. “She is one I want on my squad in the trenches,” says Denaeh. “She brings her experience, sass, snacks, […]

What It’s Like to Provide Care on Indigenous Lands

Where are you taking your healthcare career in 2026? (Yes – it’s time to talk about 2026 already.) Lately we’ve noticed a sharp rise in interest from physicians and nurses curious about working with Native American communities. And there’s no doubt that working at an Indian Health Services (IHS)  or Tribally operated hospital or clinic […]

Physician Finance: Interview with Dr. Dahle of White Coat Investor

Dr. Dahle

Recently we spoke to Dr.  Jim Dahle, an emergency physician and founder of White Coat Investor. Since 2011, he has been guiding physicians into financial success through blog posts, books, courses, podcasts, and other resources. He provides comprehensive financial literacy education on investment strategies, student loan debt, life insurance, physician finance, retirement planning, taxes, burnout […]

Improving Data Quality in Native Communities

Brookings Institution just released a report called “Good Data, Stronger Tribes” on the need for better data collection and utilization for Native American communities. You might recall that we issued our own report on flawed data and Indigenous health a few years ago – so we were intrigued to read their findings. In case you didn’t […]