Why Alaska
GME council?

Alaska’s health depends on a strong, homegrown physician workforce. This collection of one-page briefs outlines the case for expanding Graduate Medical Education (GME) in Alaska—including what GME is, how it’s funded, why it matters for our communities, and how a coordinated strategy can support both physicians and the broader care team. Whether you’re new to GME or shaping policy around it, these briefs provide key context at a glance.

Why Partner With Us

What is GME? Why It Matters in Alaska (pdf)

Alaska’s Physician Workforce- Shortages, Needs, and Solutions (pdf)

How GME is Funded- Alaska’s Opportunity (pdf)

Physician Alternatives- Why Alaska Still Needs More Doctors (pdf)