Federal Grant Award Summary

Eisenhower Medical Center received a $499,956 Project Grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Bureau of Health Professionals under the Primary Care Training and Enhancement (PCTE) program (CFDA 93.884), effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2031. The award funds the development and implementation of a structured street medicine residency training curriculum within Eisenhower's Family Medicine and Internal Medicine Residency Programs. Residents will complete multiple clinical rotations in non-traditional settings including homeless encampments, shelters, and community locations, utilizing a mobile care unit to provide direct care and build competency in treating acute and chronic medical conditions, behavioral health issues, and substance use disorders.

The program delivers comprehensive training that integrates clinical education with social determinants of health, equipping future physicians with specialized skills to serve vulnerable populations experiencing homelessness. Residents will work collaboratively with social workers, behavioral health experts, and community health workers to help patients navigate medical and social services. Training components include point-of-care ultrasound diagnostics, medications for opioid addiction treatment, and instruction on how housing, food security, and other life circumstances affect patient health outcomes. This initiative strengthens the primary care workforce while advancing Eisenhower Medical Center's commitment to health equity and community service in the Coachella Valley region.