Fatou is currently a 3rd year medical student at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School pursing a Doctor in Medicine alongside a Master’s in Public Health. As an avid supporter of health equity and inclusion, Fatou has immersed herself in her enthusiasm for advocacy. After graduating from UT Austin, she worked as a medical office manager of a clinic providing services to disabled, geriatric and low-income patients throughout the Houston area, helping reduce re-hospitalization rates. She continued her drive for advocacy through her role as president of Union Gospel Mission Free Clinic, serving the health needs of the Dallas homeless population. In addition, Fatou promotes diversity through her leadership position in Student National Medical Association, a historically black health professional organization and founder of the Anti-Racism Action Subcommittee under student government at UTSW. Fatou strives to fight for health equity in the U.S. In her future career as a doctor, she hopes to care for the whole patient, in conjunction with their direct medical care as well as ensuring they receive the proper resources to maintain their health. Combining her interested in women’s health issues, urology and gynecology, she hopes to make a meaningful impact on research and health initiatives to improve patient care.
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