Graduations and Community Events
CWFMR graduates are currently providing excellent medical care to thousands of patients! The majority of our graduates each year elect to practice medicine in the Pacific Northwest and we are very pleased with this outcome.
Spending Time Together
Like many residencies our residents have dedicated time to socialize and get to know each other. Because our location provides easy access to snow covered mountains and skiing, residents have a snow day retreat each winter, and typically our incoming class floats the Yakima river during Orientation. Hiking is also frequent and a regular resident small group activity. Our Graduation Celebration is always a community celebration that includes residents, families, organization staff, leadership, and our community supporters and volunteers.
Our Events
Here are some pictures from events we put on throughout the year! To learn more about our events, and to view more pictures, keep scrolling!
Residency Faculty Retreat 2025
Every year, the CWFMR Faculty come together for a dynamic and inspiring retreat focused on advancing residency education faculty development. This time is used to discuss new developments in residency education, collaborate on future innovations, and invest in professional growth. This dedicated time spent together not only strengthens our faculty but also elevates the quality of our program. We are excited to be continually improving our program and deeply grateful to everyone who helps make this experience possible!
Our Education Programs Representing CHCW on the National Stage
We’re proud to share that several of our own presented at the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association (CFHA) Annual Conference this October – bringing CHCW’s integrated care expertise to a national audience. Our presenters included:
Dr. McClelland – two presentations
Dr. Steadman – two presentations
Drs. Beachy and Bauman – five presentations
Maria Ortiz, BHC Manager – one presentation
Dr. Faust – led a PCBH Special Interest Group session
These presentations reflect the depth of innovation and leadership within our organization, and the impact our team continues to have on the national conversation around integrated primary care. Thank you to all who represented CHCW with excellence and heart.
2025 CWFMR Graduation
This year, we celebrate the class of 2025
From the exam rooms to the neighborhoods they served, they brought curiosity, and a great commitment to learning.
As they step into the next chapter of their careers, we don’t just say goodbye—we say thank you. Thank you for the laughter, the late nights, the breakthroughs, and the quiet moments of grace. You’ve shaped the culture of CWFMR in ways that will echo long after your departure.
Residency Winter Retreat
Connecting, learning, and celebrating our shared commitment to health and community at our annual Winter Retreat! A special thank you to Carlos Pelley, Yakima Valley Libraries archivist, for presenting and sharing the rich history of the Yakama Nation and deepening our understanding of the place we serve.
Residency Wilderness Workshop
Our residents, faculty and residency staff went on a field trip to Ellensburg! They tackled challenges head-on, gained valuable skills, and made lasting memories in the great outdoors. We are proud of their dedication and teamwork!
2024 Faculty Retreat
Our recent faculty retreat was a dynamic event where our dedicated doctors came together to discuss various topics, to connect and to learn more from one another. We reviewed our successes and developed innovative plans for the future. Looking ahead, we’re excited about opportunities for growth and improvement.
AAFP National Conference
We were pleased to have the opportunity to send our Program Manager, along with several faculty members and residents, to the 2024 AAFP National Conference in Kansas City. This event allowed us to effectively present and highlight the unique features and benefits of our program.
2024 CWFMR Graduation
There’s a profound story to tell about our Class of 2024 residents. Their resilience, determination, compassion, and their relentless pursuit to leave a lasting impression in everything they do are qualities that have deeply touched us here at CWFMR. As they move forward, embarking on new journeys, they take with them our sincerest wishes for success and fulfillment. They leave behind a void that will be keenly felt by our faculty, clinic staff, administration, and the entire Central Washington community. Thank you, Class of 2024, for the indelible mark you’ve left on our hearts.
2024 CWFMR Talking Stick
The CHCW Talking Stick tradition was started years ago as a way to celebrate our graduating residents while also welcoming our incoming residents. The CWFM talking stick is a simple wooden fetoscope; lovely and traditional, it represents our care of families and of each other. Graduates share their wisdom and interns share their hopes, without interruption or dialogue.
Laceration Repair Workshop
Participation in regular training and workshops are crucial to building proficiency in the skills needed to practice full scope family medicine. Here are some photos of our residents during their most recent laceration repair workshop!
CWFMR Resident & PCBH Intern Roster Academic year 2023 to 2024
2023 Match Day – Class of 2026
We are happy to announce our new class of 2026 arriving this June. Click on the link below for the class list.
Faculty & Resident Snow Day Retreat 2023
Each year in late winter the faculty and residents take a day to retreat up to the snowy mountains of White Pass. This retreat day is a valuable bonding time for everyone. Several activities are enjoyed by all on this day such as skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, hiking, playing board games, or simply hanging out in the lodge and spending time together.
2022 OSCE Physical Exams
Our residents recently participated in the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) The OSCE helps assess communication skills, physical examination techniques, professionalism, and abilities for effectively interacting with patients and other healthcare workers.
2022 Graduation Celebration
Congratulations to our Class of 2022 Residents! We had a great graduation ceremony at the beautiful Apple Tree Golf Course in Yakima.
Talking Stick Ceremony 2022
The talking stick is used in many parts of the world to foster equal and fair communication. In parts of Africa, and among native peoples of the Pacific Northwest, the stick is often carved and decorated beautifully. Only the person holding the stick is allowed to speak, others are silent, and it is passed around the circle until all are heard. In particularly contentious discussions the stick may be passed around the circle several times.
The CHCW Talking Stick tradition was started years ago as a way to celebrate our graduating residents while also welcoming our incoming residents. The CWFM talking stick is a simple wooden fetoscope; lovely and traditional, it represents our care of families and of each other. Graduates share their wisdom and interns share their hopes, without interruption or dialogue.
Annual Program Review 2022
Having a voice in residency programming is important and CWFMR is taking it seriously.
It was very beneficial to hear the perspectives of staff from scheduling and credentialing, as well as historical and current resident experiences represented. The information gathered will be used to enhance or adjust curriculum, be synthesized and included with other evaluative data for the Annual Program Evaluation Committee meeting, and be used by our Program Director, in the annual ACGME letter.
CWFMR Annual Winter Retreat 2022
CWFMR held its annual Winter Retreat on February 28, 2022 at the beautiful Suncadia Resort in Cle Elum, WA. The program relieved residents and faculty of service obligations in order to meet for some R&R and robust discussions. It is a time for residents and faculty to enjoy each other and reconnect outside the work environment. It was a long needed bit of respite from the months of covid intensity and intensity of residency in general!
A special THANK YOU to those special faculty and residents who volunteered to cover services where needed 😊
A group of residents rented a cabin nearby in order to enjoy the winter snow. Many residents and faculty trudged through snow and rain to participate in an Archery/Axe Throwing event, some played ping pong and we all ate well. Faculty participated in a faculty development training while residents participated in a Fierce conversation with Julie Finley our Chief Experience Officer.
A good day was had by all 😊
February 25th is National Thank a Resident Day
We love our Residents!
Holiday Art Class
Our Providers and Residents participated in a holiday painting class, painting an ornament on a tree!
Resident Hike 2021
Our incoming residents had an opportunity to see some of the wilderness outside of Ellensburg and participated in a group hike led by Brian, from the Department of Fish and Wildlife.
This 1.8 mile loop trail to Table Mountain in Kittitas County, is in an area that experienced a severe wildfire in 2012. The majority of its trees died in this fire; however, there are currently an abundance of lodgepole pine seedlings that have established and grown to 3-6 feet in height.
The area is important summer range for the Colockum elk herd and is also the headwaters of Wilson Creek. Wilson Creek flows into the Kittitas Valley and connects with the Yakima River between Ellensburg and Yakima.
In addition to a wonderful hike, residents learned about the importance of management in moving our local forests toward health and resiliency.
Residents also drove to Lion’s Rock, an exceptional vista at 6350 feet with amazing views of the Cascades and Stuart Mountain Ranges.
Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest
Our Ellensburg Clinic had an ugly Christmas Sweater Contest – here are staff, faculty, and residents flaunting their best sweaters!
Faculty & Resident Snow Day Retreat 2020
Each year in late winter the faculty and residents take a day to retreat up to the snowy mountains of White Pass. This retreat day is a valuable bonding time for everyone. Several activities are enjoyed by all on this day such as skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, hiking, playing board games, or simply hanging out in the lodge and spending time together. The time is meant for each person to truly retreat and enjoy the day for themselves and with others, whatever that looks like, whether it’s taking a nap and taking it easy or taking part in all the activities offered.
Resident Hike 2020
Our incoming residents had an opportunity to see some of the wilderness outside of Ellensburg and participated in a group hike led by Brian, from the Department of Fish and Wildlife..
This 1.8 mile loop trail to Table Mountain in Kittitas County, is in an area that experienced a severe wildfire in 2012. The majority of its trees died in this fire; however, there are currently an abundance of lodgepole pine seedlings that have established and grown to 3-6 feet in height.
The area is important summer range for the Colockum elk herd and is also the headwaters of Wilson Creek. Wilson Creek flows into the Kittitas Valley and connects with the Yakima River between Ellensburg and Yakima.
In addition to a wonderful hike, residents learned about the importance of management in moving our local forests toward health and resiliency.
Residents also drove to Lion’s Rock, an exceptional vista at 6350 feet with amazing views of the Cascades and Stuart Mountain Ranges.
2020 Graduation Celebration
Given the pandemic, this year’s graduation party was a little different. While social distancing, we were able to celebrate together to hear each other’s stories, and enjoy one last reunion before providing excellent medical care to thousands of patients!
2019 Graduation Celebration
Congratulations to our 2019 Graduates!
2018 Graduation Celebration
Congratulations to our 2018 Graduates!
2017 Graduation Celebration
Congratulations to our 2017 Graduates!
2016 Graduation Celebration
Congratulations to our 2016 Graduates!
2015 Graduation Celebration
Congratulations to our 2015 Graduates!
20th Reunion Gathering
We had a wonderful 20th Reunion Gathering
Dr. Moultray delivered a presentation at Selah Intermediate School
Dr. Moultray delivered a presentation at Selah Intermediate School, offering insights into his career as a medical professional. Addressing classes he shared, the challenges and rewards inherent in the field of medicine, creating a supportive and informative environment for students to contemplate their future paths
Anti-vaping Presentation at Highland Highschool
We had the awesome opportunity to talk to local students and their families at Highland High School about the harms and effects related to vaping. We stood as another source of information following the documentary “In Plain Sight.” When we think of our goals of reengaging our young community in the medical field, this was a great opportunity to reach out to our young populations in Tieton.
CWFMR Behavioral Health Walk to Wellness
Organized by CWFMR’s Behavioral Health Program, the Walk to Wellness is an event open to everyone in the community – staff, patients, and everyone.
The group meets at Sarg Hubbard park in Yakima every Saturday morning at 9am. This walk is for all types of walkers, from seniors and children to advanced, fast walkers. In addition, everyone is welcome to bring their well-behaved dogs to join the fun and exercise. Water and healthy snacks are provided to all who participate. The requirements are minimal: dress for the weather and walk for an hour at a pace that is comfortable for you.
Staff members who walk support community members by encouraging their health goals, while at the same time nurturing their own health.
CWFMR Residents Provided Sports Physicals to Local Students
Our residents provided sports physicals and also offered students additional information on nutrition and maintaining active, healthy lifestyles at Washington Middle School. The residency program has been providing no cost sports screenings for any student at the school, especially the school’s at-risk population, for the last 14 years. This annual service offers students a no-cost way to obtain the required sports physicals and has the potential to lead them to make healthy choices in the future.