Join host Linda Le, a UCR alumna, on this episode of Healthy Disruptions as she explores the groundbreaking Program in Medical Education (PRIME) at UC Riverside. This episode delves into the importance of PRIME in training future physicians dedicated to serving underserved communities, specifically the African, Black, and Caribbean (ABC) populations of Inland Southern California.

Learn about the history and mission of the UC PRIME initiative, designed to address healthcare disparities through specialized coursework, clinical experiences, and mentorship. Discover how UCR's PRIME program focuses on the unique needs of the ABC communities, working to bridge the gap between these populations and accessible, quality healthcare.

Linda speaks with Dr. Adwoa Osei, PRIME Program Director, and Ms. Michelle Burroughs, Community Expert and Strategist, about the program's development and the importance of community engagement. Additionally, hear firsthand accounts from PRIME students Damola Adeyemo and Cheyenne Paige as they share their experiences in the two-week summer immersion program and discuss the program's impact on their preparedness for medical school and their motivation for joining PRIME.

Tune in to learn more about the UCR PRIME program and its vital role in creating a more equitable healthcare landscape. Visit the UCR School of Medicine website to discover more about this impactful program.

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Healthy Disruptions Podcast which was selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 15 Riverside Podcasts, as well as Top 30 California Health Podcasts on the web.

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Este episodio promueve la Clínica Gratuita de Riverside (RFC, por sus siglas en inglés), una clínica comunitaria dirigida por estudiantes del sur de los condados de Riverside y San Bernardino. La RFC tiene como objetivo conectar a miembros de la comunidad con servicios integrales de atención médica y al mismo tiempo, involucrar a estudiantes que tienen ganas de servir a su comunidad. Acompañe a Stephanie Sandoval, una educadora de salud, y a Selina Hernández, la especialista en relaciones comunitarias del Centro para Comunidades Saludables de la Escuela de Medicina de la UCR, mientras exploran los servicios que brinda la Clínica Gratuita de Riverside y las oportunidades que ofrece para que estudiantes participen como voluntarios. En el episodio, también escuchará a Adamaris y Donna, voluntarios de la clínica que sirven como oficiales de investigación.

This episode promotes the Riverside Free Clinic (RFC), a community clinic led by Southern Inland Empire students. The RFC aims to connect community members with wrap-around healthcare services while engaging students eager to serve their community. Join Stephanie Sandoval, a Health Educator, and Selina Hernandez, a Community Relations Specialist at the UCR School of Medicine Center for Healthy Communities, as they explore the services offered by the Riverside Free Clinic and the opportunities for students to volunteer. You will also hear from Adamari and Donna, who both volunteer as Research Officers at the clinic.

Link: riversidefreeclinic.com/en/