Dr. Stacey Hunt

Dr. Stacey Hunt

Dr. Stacey Hunt didn’t just choose dermatology—she chose to make people feel beautiful inside and out. As one of the few Black women dermatologists in Northern California’s Kaiser network, she’s long been a trailblazer. But her journey hasn’t come without challenges....
Dr. Leon Richmond

Dr. Leon Richmond

What happens when you dedicate your entire medical career to the people who need you most—despite the odds? For Dr. Leon Richmond, the answer lies in decades of service as a beloved OB-GYN in Oakland. A Howard University alum shaped by the Black Power Movement and the...
Why Black Medical Associations Exist in the First Place

Why Black Medical Associations Exist in the First Place

In a country where Black health outcomes still lag behind—and where Black physicians make up less than 6% of the medical workforce—Black medical associations are more than just professional groups. They’re a lifeline. A legacy. A radical act of community care. For...
Why HIV Testing Matters—Especially for Black Women

Why HIV Testing Matters—Especially for Black Women

Here’s the truth: Black women account for over half of new HIV diagnoses among women in the United States, despite making up less than 15% of the female population. Many of these women are unaware of their status—and that’s not because they aren’t paying attention to...
Dr. Ardis Martin

Dr. Ardis Martin

When Dr. Ardis Martin says her journey into medicine started with a significant medical illness as a child, she means it literally. After a traumatic medical event at just four years old, she was saved by a doctor—and made a promise: “When I grow up, I want to be like...