What is MedQuest
MedQuest is a foot in the door to healthcare. At this 30 year old summer camp for Oregon high schoolers, students will shadow health professionals, learn real life skills, and be connected with resources that can help them make the next step in their career—all while meeting others from around the state who are excited about healthcare too.
This camp is for everyone, even if you’re not sure healthcare is right for you. The most valuable part of camp is learning that any skillset can be applied in healthcare.
How do I apply?
Applications for MedQuest will open in January 2026. They will be available on this page when they are open.
Frontier MedQuest
Crane, Oregon
July 2026—Dates TBD
There are only 20 spots for this overnight camp, but that doesn’t mean it’s small! You will get to explore healthcare in the emptiest place in the lower 48, learn how to suture from a doctor, job shadow all over town, and be part of a tight-knit group of campers from all over the state.
Rural MedQuest
La Grande, Oregon
June 2026--Dates TBD
This overnight camp is an intense experience in the surprisingly diverse healthcare landscape of La Grande, Oregon. 45 campers will get to get sit inside the life flight helicopter, play mini-golf at Riverside Park, explore the Grande Ronde Hospital, and hang out in the Eastern Oregon University dorms.
The Gorge MedQuest
The Dalles, Oregon
March 24-26, 2026
This Day Camp version of MedQuest is offered to students living in Hood River, Wasco, Sherman, and Gilliam Counties. Campers will learn more about their local healthcare community, find out ways for them to create a career in healthcare, and practice hands-on skills.
Partners
MedQuest has more volunteers than participants each year. The entire healthcare community pitches in during camp! Here are some key partners that help plan and fund our camps:
- Crane High School
- Harney District Hospital
- High Desert Partnership
- Grande Ronde Hospital
- One Community Health
- Oregon Health & Science University
- Oregon Health Authority
- OSU Juntos Club
- Roundhouse Foundation
Frequently asked questions
You can email us at office@neoahec.org if you have additional questions.
MedQuest is over 30 years old!
