The University of Arizona announced the nation's first medical branch on a tribal nation
The University of Arizona announced the nation's first medical branch on a tribal nation in partnership with Gila River Indian Community Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026.
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The University of Arizona is opening a medical school branch on tribal land in the Gila River Indian Community offering tuition-free MD education, aiming to address healthcare shortages and encourage students to practice locally.
