Scientist. Educator. Academic Leader.

Promoting mentorship, health equity, and inclusion in higher ed and healthcare

What I do

• Lead institutional strategy as an Associate VP for Research, expanding research capacity in health equity and clinical research

• Serve on the Executive Committee of the Brooklyn Health Disparities Center, bringing together academia, community, and government to address social determinants of health

• Direct major NIH-funded training programs

How I do it

Keynotes & Speaking

Engagements

Training & Capacity Building

Strategic Consulting & Advising

Delivering talks that inspire action, shift institutional mindsets, and elevate conversations around mentorship, health equity, and leadership in science and medicine.

Designing and facilitating evidence-based workshops, leadership programs, and mentorship interventions for students, faculty, and institutions.

Partnering with academic, government, and nonprofit organizations to build inclusive research environments, strengthen training pipelines, and advance equity-driven strategies.

Why I Do This Work

I do this work because I believe that mentorship, when done well, is transformative—not just for individuals, but for institutions and the communities they serve.

Because who gets to do science impacts what science gets done—and how far its impact reaches.

Because too many brilliant minds are left behind by systems not built with them in mind.

Because equity in science and medicine isn’t optional—it’s essential for better health outcomes, stronger communities, and a more just society.

And because I’ve seen what’s possible when we invest in people, build the right networks, and commit to changing the system—not just navigating it.