Northwest Washington Family Medicine Residency

Northwest Washington Family Medicine Residency Community-based residency serving the primary care needs of the Kitsap and Olympic Peninsulas Our Family Medicine Residency is an 8/8/8 program. II. III. IV. V. VI.

A 2015 community needs assessment performed by CHI-Franciscan revealed a looming gap in the number of primary care physicians in our region. Over the next 20 years it’s anticipated there will be a shortage of approximately 40+ primary care physicians as population expands and primary care physicians leave the workforce. In anticipation of this shortage, Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; St. Michael Medical Center has committed to sponsor our Family Medicine Residency. In addition to support from our Sponsoring Institution, community support from private physicians and major physician practice groups provides the necessary professional expertise to train Family Medicine Physicians for practice in the Pacific Northwest. Our Vision: "To be recognized nationally as a program with commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based, service-oriented family medicine care with innovative training methods for graduate medical education, patient care, and physician leadership training." Overall Educational Goals Of NWFMR:

I. To train Family Physicians to provide comprehensive care for patients with a broad range of medical conditions across the spectrum of acute illness, chronic illness, and preventive health strategies. To train Family Physicians in appropriate usage of evidence-based, cost-conscious strategies for diagnosis and management of patients. To train Family Physicians to lead multidisciplinary teams within the Patient Centered Medical Home in rural and underserved areas of the Pacific Northwest. To train Family Physicians to communicate efficiently and compassionately during patient, family, and community encounters. To train Family Physicians in the use of leading-edge technology for the benefit of their patients and their communities. To train Family Physicians to be effective and efficient lifelong learners. VII. To train Family Physicians to assume medical leadership and community services roles in local communities, in the Pacific Northwest, and in the nation.

🌟 It’s time for another Clinical Staff Spotlight! 🌟Say hello to Mark, one of the incredible MAs who keeps NWFMR running ...
11/04/2025

🌟 It’s time for another Clinical Staff Spotlight! 🌟

Say hello to Mark, one of the incredible MAs who keeps NWFMR running smoothly! 🩺 Mark has been a familiar face with VMFH since 2008, officially joining NWFMR in 2017. He’s not just a Medical Assistant; he’s our unofficial “jack of all trades,” effortlessly managing back-office regulatory programs and keeping our supply systems perfectly stocked! 📦

Mark’s proudest career moment? Helping build and move into our fantastic new clinic in 2020! Outside of work, you’ll find him enjoying just about anything outdoors – cycling 🚴, playing with his dogs 🐕, camping 🏕️, and getting into home improvements (once his ankle heals!). He also loves to start his day by sleeping in 😴 and enjoying a quiet cup of coffee.

What drew him to NWFMR? “I lucked into an opening here after having my third child, looking for a more traditional schedule, and I haven’t looked back!” Mark shares. His favorite memory isn’t just one moment, but the amazing team he gets to work with every day. 🤝 If he could instantly learn any skill, he’d love an eidetic memory 🧠 or even the power of flight! (And realistically, better follow-through on projects and learning new languages! 📚)

Mark is currently powering through his Healthcare Administration degree 🎓 and dreams of continuing his impactful work right here at NWFMR. ✨

🎉 Meet Rochelle – Our CMA Superstar! 🎉Say hello to Rochelle, one of the shining stars at NWFMR! 🌟 She started with us as...
10/21/2025

🎉 Meet Rochelle – Our CMA Superstar! 🎉

Say hello to Rochelle, one of the shining stars at NWFMR! 🌟 She started with us as an extern back in 2019 and quickly became an essential part of our clinic family — even earning Employee of the Quarter just months after joining!

Rochelle is our go-to for everything from teaching residents and students to creating dotphrases and improving clinic workflows. She’s known for her kindness, teamwork, and dedication to making sure every patient feels seen and cared for. 💙

Outside of work, Rochelle is an avid reader who accidentally started a clinic-wide book club 📚 (yes, there’s even a text thread for book swaps and Kindle deals!). Her top pick? A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas — perfect for anyone looking to fall back in love with reading!

From volunteering at Pride events 🏳️‍🌈 to Halloween hospital fun 🎃 and even white-water rafting adventures, Rochelle’s energy, compassion, and leadership inspire everyone around her.

Here’s to Rochelle — a true example of heart, teamwork, and community spirit! 💪❤️

🌟 Happy Medical Assistants Week! 🌟This week, we celebrate the heart of healthcare, our incredible Medical Assistants at ...
10/20/2025

🌟 Happy Medical Assistants Week! 🌟

This week, we celebrate the heart of healthcare, our incredible Medical Assistants at NWFMR! 💙

From welcoming patients with a smile to keeping our clinics running smoothly, you bring compassion, skill, and heart to everything you do. You’re the calm in the chaos, the glue that keeps the team together, and the friendly face our patients trust. 🩺✨

Beyond your daily impact, you all play a vital role in training and educating our Resident Physicians, helping to shape the future of medicine. Your knowledge, mentorship, and teamwork make a lasting impression not only on our patients but also on every new doctor who learns alongside you. 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

Your dedication doesn’t just strengthen our clinic, it strengthens our entire community. Thank you for the countless ways you care, teach, and make a difference every single day.

Now for a faculty spotlight!! Meet the incredible Dr. Peter Lundblad, a cornerstone of NWFMR with a whopping 20 years as...
10/14/2025

Now for a faculty spotlight!! Meet the incredible Dr. Peter Lundblad, a cornerstone of NWFMR with a whopping 20 years as a family medicine physician! 🩺✨

We asked Dr. Lundblad what drew him to this dynamic field, and his answer was classic: “The variety!” And honestly, who can blame him? Every day is an exciting new adventure!

But when he’s not busy keeping us all healthy, you might find Dr. Lundblad harmonizing with his guitar 🎸 or exploring the depths while SCUBA diving! 🐠

For all you budding medical professionals out there, Dr. Lundblad has some pearls of wisdom from his journey: “Take a breath. Rome wasn’t built in a day.” Slow and steady wins the race, folks!

And finally, a little insider secret about family medicine? Dr. Lundblad says they have the “Best colleagues in medicine!” Sounds like a pretty fantastic team to us!

Huge shoutout to Dr. Lundblad for two decades of dedication and for sharing a little bit of his amazing life with us!

🩺Family Medicine Resident spotlight! 🩺Say hello to the wonderful Dr. Fatima, our fantastic second-year resident who’s no...
10/12/2025

🩺Family Medicine Resident spotlight! 🩺

Say hello to the wonderful Dr. Fatima, our fantastic second-year resident who’s not just a doctor but also a master focaccia baker and an embroidery enthusiast! 🍞🧵Beyond her medical prowess, Fatima loves exploring new local restaurants and cafes, and capturing moments through photography. Her proudest moment in residency? Seeing the first baby she delivered back in the clinic – talk about a full-circle moment! 👶❤️

Fatima champions family medicine’s incredible diversity and flexibility, allowing doctors to truly customize their practice to their passions. She was inspired by the chance to address a wide range of patient concerns and build lasting relationships while educating patients about their health.

What does she love most about the NWFMR program? “The people!” she exclaims. “We have such an amazing group of individuals who enjoy spending time together and supporting each other!” From supportive staff to knowledgeable faculty and friendly co-residents, it’s clear our community here is something special. Shout out to our amazing community preceptors too! 🤝One of her most rewarding experiences has been seeing patients recover across different clinical settings and hearing them say, “my doctor” – a true testament to the impact she makes in our community!

For new residents, Fatima advises: “Learning and residency happens day-by-day, remember to always reflect on how far you’ve come.”

Recently she presented an abstract at the Society of Hospital Medicine Conference – way to go, Fatima! 👏Her advice to her first-year medical student self? “Be patient with the process.” Dinner with her co-residents is her ultimate de-stressor – proving that good company can truly fix anything!

🎀 Think Pink with NWFMR! 🎀This month, we’re going pink to show our support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month — because e...
10/08/2025

🎀 Think Pink with NWFMR! 🎀

This month, we’re going pink to show our support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month — because early detection saves lives! 💪💗

Join us in spreading the word, wearing pink, and reminding your loved ones to schedule their mammograms. 🩺✨ Whether it’s your first or your annual check, now’s the perfect time to make that appointment.

Let’s stand together, raise awareness, and keep the conversation going — one pink ribbon at a time. 🎗️💖

Hold onto your stethoscopes 🩺, folks, because today we’re putting the spotlight on the one and only Monika! If you’ve be...
10/08/2025

Hold onto your stethoscopes 🩺, folks, because today we’re putting the spotlight on the one and only Monika!

If you’ve been with NWFMR for a while (or even remember the Harrison days!), you know Monika’s been lighting up our clinics since June 2013! ?? As our awesome Medical Assistant-POD Lead, Monika’s seen it all and done it all, especially when it comes to supporting our future medical superstars. 🌟 She is proud to be part of the Residency and seeing how they grow into amazing Physicians!👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️
When Monika’s not expertly leading her pod or helping patients, you might find her unleashing her inner artist with crafting 🎨✂️ or kicking back with a good movie. 🎬🍿
And her favorite way to start the day? Drumroll please... 🥁 “taking my meds.lol” 😂💊 Monika is a triple threat: honest, relatable, and she brews good chuckles on tap every single time! 😂💯

A typical day for Monika is a bit like a medical-themed choose-your-own-adventure book! 📖⚕️ Right now, it includes expertly training our new MA, 💪 seamlessly handling OB intakes, 🤰 rooming patients, and tackling messages like a pro. 🦸‍♀️ Phew! 💨

Monika has witnessed NWFMR’s remarkable transformation, evolving from a small clinic with just eight residents to a vibrant, bustling hub. 🚀 It now boasts an impressive facility housing three full classes and attracts medical students from across the United States. 🇺🇸 Our clinic’s definitely had its glow-up, ✨and Monika’s been there for every step! 👣

Monika has had many favorite NWFMR memories but she says every single one comes back to the feeling of FAMILY 💖 — because that’s exactly what we are here: FAMILY. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 And for a fun-not-work-related skill she’d love to learn instantly? Skydiving! ✈️ Who knew our calm, cool, and collected MA had such an adventurous spirit? 

🌟 Introducing Our Amazing Faculty: Dr. Claire Bovet! 🌟Today, we're shining a light on Dr. Claire, a dedicated Family Phy...
10/06/2025

🌟 Introducing Our Amazing Faculty: Dr. Claire Bovet! 🌟

Today, we're shining a light on Dr. Claire, a dedicated Family Physician with 6 years of invaluable experience, whose passion for comprehensive, compassionate care is truly inspiring!

👩‍🍳 When She's Not Healing: Claire's igniting her artistic side with watercolor painting, getting her hands dirty in the garden, or diving into epic sci-fi & fantasy novels! Plus, she's a travel enthusiast and cherishes time with her family! Sounds like a super-doc, right?!
💖 Why Family Med (and C-sections!)? Claire loves the full spectrum of family medicine – from caring for multiple generations to delivering babies (yes, she does C-sections to see those pregnancies through!). "Delivering babies and getting to care for the infant and family in the clinic gets to the core of family medicine for me!" she shares. Talk about dedication!
🌟 "A-Ha!" Moments: Resident education is her jam! She loves teaching, especially procedures, and living for that moment when a new concept clicks for a learner.
💪 COVID & Resilience: She faced down the pandemic's peak as a new attending, an incredibly tough time that ultimately sharpened her skills and deepened her appreciation for everything we often take for granted in healthcare.
✨ Kitsap's Heart: Claire's passion extends to caring for underserved groups in Kitsap County, making sure everyone has access to top-notch care, leveraging the incredible resources within NWFMR and VMFH.
🤯 Lesser-Known Fact Alert! Are you ready for this? Family Physicians see MORE patients in the US than any other specialty! "We power US healthcare!" Claire reminds us. 🙌

🌿 Meet Dr. Ping Li! 🌿Dr. Li is a second-year Family Medicine resident with NWFMR—and when she’s not caring for patients,...
10/03/2025

🌿 Meet Dr. Ping Li! 🌿
Dr. Li is a second-year Family Medicine resident with NWFMR—and when she’s not caring for patients, you’ll probably find her mushroom hunting, foraging, hiking, gardening, or cooking something delicious! 🍄🥕🍳

✨ Fun facts about Dr. Li:
💬 Her proudest accomplishment: the encouragement she gets from patients during clinic days—it’s what keeps her motivated!
👩‍⚕️ What she wishes people knew: Family Medicine doctors do so much more than just giving referrals.
🌱 Inspiration: A childhood doctor who taught her the importance of hard work and compassion.
🏡 Future plans: Involve staying local to continue serving her community.
💚 Favorite part of NWFMR: Her amazing co-residents and the nature that surrounds them.
👶 Most rewarding moment: Delivering her baby at the hospital and being showered with love from countless visitors.
🏋️‍♀️ Post-shift ritual: Hitting the gym to reset and recharge.
💡 Advice to new residents: “Slow down, you are doing great!”
📚 Advice to her 1st year med student self: “Biochem won’t follow you forever… but pharmacology sure will!”

And just so you know—if Dr. Li were applying again, NWFMR would still be her first choice. 💙 (Not sponsored, just true!)

Let’s give Dr. Li a big 👏 for all the care she brings to our community!

For last week’s RAFT (Resident and Faculty Time), we got to explore a pumpkin patch and everyone got to adopt a pumpkin!...
09/28/2025

For last week’s RAFT (Resident and Faculty Time), we got to explore a pumpkin patch and everyone got to adopt a pumpkin! Then we all made our way over to Dr. Lundblad’s house for an early dinner. Congrats to the winners of our cooking competition: Stephen with his delicious chicken white bean chili, Fatima with her beautiful focaccia, and Thuy with an incredible cheesecake!

🕯️ International Overdose Awareness Day 🕯️Today, August 31st, we pause to remember those who have lost their lives to ov...
08/31/2025

🕯️ International Overdose Awareness Day 🕯️

Today, August 31st, we pause to remember those who have lost their lives to overdose, support the families and communities affected, and raise awareness about prevention and recovery.

Overdose is a growing public health crisis that affects people across all backgrounds. Reducing stigma, increasing access to evidence-based treatment, and expanding harm reduction strategies are essential steps toward saving lives.

💜 What you can do:
✔️ Learn the signs of overdose and how to respond.
✔️ Encourage open conversations about substance use without judgment.
✔️ Advocate for accessible mental health and addiction services.
✔️ Support harm reduction efforts in your community.

Every life lost to overdose is one too many. Together, through awareness, compassion, and action, we can work toward a future with fewer overdoses and more opportunities for recovery.

Our second years got to hang out, enjoy some snacks, and have some wellness time with our fearless APD Dr. Bliss (missin...
08/10/2025

Our second years got to hang out, enjoy some snacks, and have some wellness time with our fearless APD Dr. Bliss (missing our other APD Dr. McCann) this last week!

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A community needs assessment performed by CHI-Franciscan Health Harrison Medical Center revealed a looming gap in the number of primary care physicians in our region. Over the next 20 years it’s anticipated there will be a shortage of approximately 40+ primary care physicians as population expands and primary care physicians leave the work force. In anticipation of this shortage, CHI-Franciscan Health Harrison Medical Center has committed to sponsor our Family Medicine Residency. In addition to support from our Sponsoring Institution, community support from private physicians and major physician practice groups provides the necessary professional expertise to train Family Medicine Physicians for practice in the Pacific Northwest. Harrison Medical Center, through the efforts of Designated Institutional Official (DIO) Michael Anderson, MD, and the Graduate Medical Education Committee, has received ACGME Accreditation and now is allowed to sponsor residency programs. Our Vision: "To be recognized nationally as a program with commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based, service-oriented family medicine care with innovative training methods for graduate medical education, patient care, and physician leadership training."

Our Family Medicine Residency will be an 8/8/8 program. Our founding class of 8 interns, Dr. Johathan Amkraut, Dr. Justin Carlson, Dr. Neel Chheda, Dr. Casey Kernan, Dr. So Lee, Dr. John Rambo, Dr. Khuyen Tran, and Dr. Jacob Van Fleet began orientation on June 18th, 2018.