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Texas AHEC East AHEC Scholars Alumni Association

The Texas AHEC East AHEC Scholars Program prepares future health professionals to serve where they’re needed most, our rural and high-needs communities across Texas. But graduation isn’t the end of your AHEC journey—it’s the beginning of a lifelong connection. 

As an AHEC Scholar Alumnus, you remain part of a statewide network of passionate, community-minded health professionals dedicated to improving access to care and advancing health equity. Whether you’re just starting your career or have years of experience, staying connected with the AHEC Scholars Alumni community helps you grow, lead, and make a lasting impact. 

 

 

AHEC Scholars Alumni Association

Why Stay Involved 

Being an AHEC Scholar means you share a commitment to service, leadership, and lifelong learning. As an alumnus, you can: 

  • Expand Your Network – Stay connected with other alumni, healthcare leaders, and AHEC partners across Texas. 

  • Access Continuing Education – Take advantage of professional development opportunities and community health trainings. 

  • Engage in Mentorship – Support current AHEC Scholars by sharing your experiences and helping shape the next generation of healthcare leaders. 

  • Stay Informed – Receive updates on rural and community health initiatives, research opportunities, and career openings throughout the Texas AHEC East region. 

  • Amplify Your Impact – Continue advancing AHEC’s mission by collaborating on outreach projects, local events, and health equity efforts in your community. 

A Lifelong Connection 

AHEC Scholars Alumni are change-makers. You bring compassion, skill, and a deep understanding of the unique needs of the populations you serve. Through your continued involvement, you help ensure that the mission of Texas AHEC East—strengthening the healthcare workforce and improving access to quality care for all Texans—continues to grow. 

Join our AHEC Scholar Alumni Network to stay connected, share your story, and continue building healthier communities together. 

Virtual Speaking Opportunities

Virtual Speaking Opportunities

Alumni have the opportunity to lead discussions with current AHEC Scholars as featured speakers at our virtual, hybrid, and in-person events. Let the team know you're interested here.

Alumni Directory

Alumni Directory

View the directory here and stay connected with your colleagues.

 

NAO Alumni Membership

NAO Alumni Memberships

Obtaining NAO alumni membership has additional benefits for Scholars, including advocacy training and opportunities , virtual opportunities for continuing education, national networking, and annual award opportunities. 

Funding Opportunities for Scholar Alumni

Funding Databases

For medical students, learn how to fund your medical school journey here

To learn more about student loan repayments, view resources here from the Texas Department of State Health Services as well as this information provided by HRSA

 

 

Where are they now?

Alumni across the state of Texas and beyond are doing meaningful work in their communities. See some of their stories below and keep up with their progress.

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AHEC Scholars - Where Are They Now

Caroline Podvin
Third-year medical student on rotations in Nacogdoches and Lufkin. 

Honors and media features:

2026 “Empowered” series by Meg Ryan 

  • Selected by SHSU COM to act as the single selected representative to speak on behalf of osteopathic student doctors in a mini-documentary which highlights osteopathic medical education and the osteopathic profession.

2025 “First Clinical Rotation Leads SHSU-COM Student Doctor to Life-Changing Patient Diagnosis” 

2025 “SHSU COM Spurs Forward Caring for Rodeo Athletes” 

  • Highlighted the sports medicine partnership she founded between SHSU COM and the SHSU Rodeo Team.


2025 Second Place for Case Report | SHSU College of Osteopathic Medicine

  • Awarded for “Lupus postpartum cardiomyopathy complicated by tamponade: a case study” as first author for research quality, clinical utility, and scientific writing. 

2025 Excellence in Service: Physiology & Pharmacology | SHSU College of Osteopathic Medicine

  • Awarded for excellence in service through utilization of ultrasound education and implementation in first-year training, community events, and mentorship.