PRIME LEAD-ABC About Us Admissions Curriculum Student Experience Our Team PRIME Leadership Education to Advance Diversity - African, Black and Caribbean (PRIME LEAD-ABC) Programs in Medical Education Leadership Education to Advance Diversity - African, Black and Caribbean (PRIME LEAD-ABC) is a UCI School of Medicine mission-based program that produces skilled physician leaders who address the diverse health needs of Black communities, eliminate health inequities, and amplify the voices of the underrepresented communities we serve. Home Education Medical Education PRIME LEAD-ABC Serving ABC Communities PRIME LEAD-ABC is the first medical school program in the nation designed to specifically develop physician-leaders who will serve the unique health needs of ABC communities. The program was founded in 2019 by Dr. Carol Major, Assistant Dean for Student Inclusive Excellence, Dr. Khanh-Van Le-Bucklin, Vice Dean for Medical Education, and Dr. Kaosoluchi Enendu, UCI School of Medicine graduate Class of 2021. Its core objectives are driven by the following: Vision To develop the next generation of physician-leaders who are committed to public service, social justice and advocacy within ABC communities. Mission To train and support students in medicine as they become medical professionals who will work to reduce healthcare disparities in ABC and other underserved communities. About Us Admissions Curriculum Experience Our Team "When I was choosing medical schools, I wanted to find a community that was like-minded and would support me and my goals. PRIME LEAD-ABC at UCI was the perfect program for me." -Hamzah Ahmed, MS3, UCI School of Medicine African, Black, and Caribbean (ABC) Narratives in Orange County News Jan 27, 2025 | University of California Health Through Their Eyes and in Their Voices: UC PRIME Alumni Reflect on 20 Years Features & Briefs PRIME LEAD-ABC PRIME-LC UCI School of Medicine Medical Education Office of Belonging, Equity and Empowerment (DEI) Sep 16, 2024 | UCI School of Medicine UCI School of Medicine Student Wins National Essay Contest Features & Briefs Medical Education PRIME LEAD-ABC UCI School of Medicine Office of Belonging, Equity and Empowerment (DEI) Sep 13, 2024 | UCI School of Medicine Alumna receives prestigious Trailblazer Award from the Nigerian Professional Group Features & Briefs UCI School of Medicine Medicine Office of Belonging, Equity and Empowerment (DEI) PRIME LEAD-ABC Alumni Relations View All News Events There are no upcoming events. View Past Events Additional Information School of Medicine | Stand Against Racism: A Call-to-Action Inclusive Excellence Spirit Awards - UCI Office of Inclusive Excellence Advancing Equity in the Age of COVID-19 - UCI Office of Inclusive Excellence Giving Your gift supports future physicians who are committed to addressing the health needs of African, Black and Caribbean communities in California, the United States, and beyond. Support Our Mission Contact Us For more information about the PRIME Leadership Education to Advance Diversity - African, Black and Caribbean (PRIME LEAD-ABC) program, curriculum, or admissions process, please contact Andrea Gonzalez. Reach Out