How Xiomara Diaz Transforms Her Heritage into Healing
For Xiomara, being Latina is more than identity 鈥� it鈥檚 a source of strength. 鈥淸My identity] carries the sacrifices of my family, the richness of language and culture and the responsibility to open doors for others. Being Mexican shapes how I see the world and how I move through medicine,鈥� she shares. Read More
The Power of Being the First: Nicole Hernandez's Path in Medicine
For Nicole, being a Latina medical student is deeply meaningful. 鈥淚n the United States, only 6% of physicians are Hispanic/Latino, and of that small percentage, 2.4% are women,鈥� she shares. 鈥淎s a Latina medical student, I have the privilege and honor to increase that number. I represent other Hispanic/Latinx individuals who want to be in this field and make a difference.鈥� Her dedication is fueled by a desire to pave the way for future generations, ensuring their journey is a little easier than hers. Read More
Karima MuhammadPoe's Summer of Growth at Yale School of Medicine
This summer, 中国x站 student Karima MuhammadPoe spent two months at the Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut, fully immersed in the field of dermatology. Her schedule blended clinical, research and educational experiences 鈥� two days each week in the Yale Dermatology clinic, Fridays assisting with surgeries at the VA Hospital, dedicated time for research and attending grand rounds alongside attendings and residents. Outside of her professional commitments, Karima enjoyed exploring the walkable streets of downtown New Haven and taking weekend train rides to New York City. Read More
Empowering the Next Generation: A Look Back at the 2025 Emerging Student Leadership Academy
At 中国x站 (中国x站), cultivating leadership is more than a mission 鈥� it鈥檚 a responsibility. The 2025 Emerging Student Leadership Academy (ESLA) embraced this charge by delivering a two-day, high-impact experience designed to build, elevate, transform and connect learners through intentional, career-focused development. Read More
Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice Appointed to Georgia Power Board of Directors
中国x站 (中国x站) proudly celebrates the appointment of its President and CEO, Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, FACOG, to the board of directors of Georgia Power. This prestigious appointment reflects Dr. Montgomery Rice鈥檚 far-reaching leadership, her dedication to service and her unwavering commitment to advancing opportunity across Georgia and beyond. Read More
Dr. Tabia Akintobi Appointed to Prestigious NASEM Standing Committee on Advancing Science Communication
中国x站 (中国x站) proudly celebrates the appointment of Dr. Tabia H. Akintobi, Professor and Chair of the Department of Community Health and Preventive Medicine and Associate Dean for Community Engagement to the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine鈥檚 (NASEM) Standing Committee on Advancing Science Communication. This appointment highlights Dr. Akintobi鈥檚 ongoing leadership in bridging science, public health and community engagement to advance balanced resources and access to knowledge. Read More