About Me
Driven by Purpose, Guided by Compassion
I am a medical student at Howard University College of Medicine with a deep commitment to health equity and community-centered care. My journey in medicine is driven by a passion for addressing healthcare disparities and creating meaningful change in underserved communities.
Through my research with Hopelab, I've had the privilege of co-creating innovative mental wellness programs for adolescents of color, working directly with young people to develop solutions that truly serve their needs. My work at Mayo Clinic contributed to advancing our understanding of carotid artery disease through multiple peer-reviewed publications.
I have an interest in radiology, particularly in the role of diagnostic imaging in improving clinical decision-making and advancing health equity. I am currently collaborating with the Radiology Health Equity Coalition on an ongoing initiative focused on equity and access within the radiology arena.
Beyond research, I serve as an Honor Council member, class liaison, and advocate for mentorship and community service. I believe in the power of medicine to transform lives, and I'm dedicated to becoming a physician who embodies excellence, empathy, and equity.
Health Equity
Committed to addressing healthcare disparities and advocating for underserved communities.
Youth Mental Health
Leading research initiatives focused on improving mental wellness for adolescents of color.
Published Researcher
Contributing to peer-reviewed literature in vascular surgery and carotid artery disease.
Community Leader
Serving through Honor Council, interest groups, and community health initiatives.
Education
Academic Foundation
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Howard University College of Medicine
- Center of Excellence Scholar
- Honor Council Member
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Xavier University of Louisiana
- Minor in Chemistry and Bioethics
- Graduated Cum Laude
- Board of Trustees Scholarship Recipient
- Alpha Epsilon Delta Honor Society
Experience
Clinical & Research Experience
Research Assistant
CurrentHopelab Youth Mental Health
Howard University College of Medicine
- Co-created a youth-centered virtual mental wellness space in partnership with adolescents of color, integrating participant feedback into program structure, content, and engagement strategies.
- Serve as program coordinator and primary liaison between youth participants and the multidisciplinary research team, ensuring consistent communication, trust, and continuity.
- Lead regulatory and administrative oversight, including drafting IRB submissions, consent and assent forms, and protocol documentation.
- Coordinate program operations, including meeting schedules, session facilitation logistics, and stakeholder alignment across youth, faculty, and research staff.
Medical Student Collaborator
CurrentRadiology Health Equity Coalition (RHEC)
Radiology Health Equity Coalition
- Contributing to the development of an early-stage, radiology-led initiative focused on improving equitable access to uterine fibroid embolization (UFE).
- Assisting with program planning and exploratory stakeholder engagement activities.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on preliminary strategy development and project organization.
Medical Research Intern
Vascular Surgery
Mayo Clinic
- Contributed to carotid artery disease research and peer-reviewed publications.
- Participated in data collection, analysis, and manuscript preparation for vascular surgery studies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on proteomic and lipidomic research projects.
Publications
Peer-Reviewed Research
Contributing to the advancement of medical knowledge through collaborative research and academic publications in vascular surgery and related fields.
Recent advances in proteomic analysis to study carotid artery plaques
Higher rate of reinterventions after transfemoral carotid artery stenting in symptomatic patients
Lipidomic expression analysis in carotid atherosclerotic disease: A systematic review
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Service
Honors & Awards
Robert Lee, MD Fund Scholarship Awardee
Howard University College of Medicine
Center of Excellence Scholar
Howard University College of Medicine
Board of Trustees Scholarship Awardee
Xavier University of Louisiana
Leadership & Service
Honor Council Member
Howard University College of Medicine
2025–Present
M2 Class Liaison
Internal Medicine Interest Group
2025–Present
Treasurer
Radiology Interest Group
2026–Present
Newsletter Columnist
Bison Image Reading Room, Radiology Interest Group
2025–Present
Peer Health Educator
Xavier University of Louisiana
2022–2024
Food Pantry Pop-Up Event Coordinator
St. Vincent's Vault
2021–2024
Memberships
- Student National Medical Association
- American Medical Association
- American College of Radiology
- American Association for Women in Radiology
- The National Society of Leadership and Success
- Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Health Honor Society
Interests
Get in Touch
Let's Connect
Interested in collaboration, research opportunities, or just want to connect? I'd love to hear from you.