I was inspired to join ÃÛÑ¿appbecause I believe healthcare is a human right, and physicians have a responsibility to advocate for patients both inside and outside of the clinic. My experiences in medicine have shown me that health is deeply connected to social justice. Factors such as income, education, housing, race, geography, and public policy all shape a person’s ability to receive quality care. I want to be part of an organization that recognizes these realities and works to address them.
AMSA’s commitment to advocacy, health equity, and social justice strongly resonates with my values. I believe reproductive healthcare is a fundamental human right, and protecting access to comprehensive reproductive care is essential to promoting the health, autonomy, and dignity of patients. I also believe men have an important role to play in reproductive health. Too often these conversations are viewed as issues that only affect women, when in reality everyone has a responsibility to listen, learn, advocate, and help create a healthcare system that respects patients’ rights and bodily autonomy.
Joining ÃÛÑ¿appis an opportunity to work alongside other physicians and medical students who are committed to advancing health equity through advocacy, education, and service.

What motivated you to become a national leader or volunteer?

My motivation to become a national volunteer grew from the incredible sense of community I found through AMSA. After attending the Health Equity and Advocacy Week of Action, participating in community-building sessions, and having the honor of attending the Committee to Protect Healthcare Summit in Chicago as an ÃÛÑ¿apprepresentative, I realized I had found a group of people who shared many of the same values that brought me to medicine in the first place. The conversations were thoughtful, welcoming, and centered on advocacy, social justice, and the belief that physicians have a responsibility to improve the healthcare system for everyone.

What stood out to me most was how genuinely connected everyone was. Even as a new member, I felt encouraged to contribute, ask questions, and engage with others who were passionate about making a difference. Those experiences showed me that advocacy is strongest when it is rooted in community and collaboration. After speaking with several national leaders about ways to become more involved, I was encouraged to apply for a volunteer position, and I knew I wanted to help create the same welcoming environment that inspired me.

As Community and Communications Lead, I hope to strengthen connections between members, amplify opportunities for advocacy and engagement, and foster an inclusive community where every member feels heard, supported, and empowered to make an impact. I want to help ensure that students find a community that reminds them they are not doing this work alone.

Previous ÃÛÑ¿apppositions held

• Scholars Program Member
• Digital Rural Health Project Georgia Committee Member
• Digital Rural Health Project – Research Leader (Co-)

Awards and Recognition

• Dean’s List (x3)

Skills

Some social media; my wife is great at marketing. I can talk to anyone about anything, and get along with everyone in some capacity.

External Affiliations

• Committee To Protect Healthcare
• Men4Choice

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Throughout medical school, I have become increasingly interested in how factors outside the clinic shape patient health. My background in chemistry, including graduate coursework in green chemistry, introduced me to the connection between environmental stewardship and human health long before medical school. As I began caring for patients and volunteering through Street Medicine, I saw firsthand how environmental exposures, housing conditions, and access to healthy communities influence health outcomes.

ÃÛÑ¿appstood out to me because of its commitment to advocacy, education, and empowering medical students to create meaningful change. I wanted to be part of an organization that encourages future physicians to consider the broader environmental and social factors that affect the patients we serve, alongside the clinical care we provide.

What motivated you to become a national leader or volunteer?

The most rewarding experiences I’ve had in medical school have come from teaching, mentoring, and serving others. Whether coordinating volunteers, mentoring students, or participating in community outreach, I’ve learned that leadership is about creating opportunities for others to grow and make a difference.

Serving as a national leader allows me to contribute beyond my own campus and help develop educational resources that can benefit medical students across the country. As Environmental Health Education Coordinator, I hope to make environmental health topics more approachable, clinically relevant, and engaging while encouraging students to recognize the important role physicians play in protecting both individual and public health.

Awards and Recognition

Myler Scholarship (Central Michigan University College of Medicine, 2025–2029)
Undergraduate Research and Creative Projects Funding (Wayne State University, 2023)
Graduated Summa Cum Laude with Departmental Honors in Neuroscience (Wayne State University, 2024)

Skills

I have experience organizing educational programming, coordinating volunteers, and leading student organizations. My strengths include communication, mentorship, public speaking, event planning, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. I enjoy translating complex scientific concepts into practical, engaging educational content and have experience working with community outreach initiatives and student organizations. I also have experience with scientific writing, literature review, and research, which helps me develop evidence-based educational materials for diverse audiences.

External Affiliations

Central Michigan University School of Medicine

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