#143 - Dr. Cynthia Martinez Named School of Community Medicine Dean

KGI talks with Dr. Cynthia Martinez, newly appointed Dean of the School of Community Medicine. “Everything about the mission and vision of the School of Community Medicine is reflected in my personal lived experiences,” Martinez explained. “I am coming full circle as I get to apply my Bachelor of Science in Biology and my experience working in health education to help and support our students as they go and make a difference.” KGI’s School of Community Medicine has an innovative, integrated approach that prepares future physicians and other healthcare professionals to care for underserved and underrepresented communities. The school provides students with the skills to reduce disease burden, improve health, and prepare them for the significant scientific and technological changes already underway in healthcare. “I see synergies within our academic programs at KGI as well as growth opportunities in workforce development initiatives by the state to offer continuing education and certificate units for healthcare professionals and physicians,” Martinez stated. “It is an exciting time to be at KGI, and I am thrilled to be in this new role!”