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.
"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
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.
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.