As Mental Health Awareness Month has just drawn to a close, National Medical Fellowships reaffirms our commitment to advancing both mental and physical health. The connection between the two is clear: treating mental health conditions can improve physical outcomes—and addressing physical illness can ease mental health burdens.

Supporting the wellbeing of medical students and physicians is critical. According to the 2024 Medscape Physician Burnout and Depression Report:

• 49% of physicians report burnout 

• 20% say they’re experiencing depression 

To provide exceptional care, our health care professionals must also care for themselves. 

At NMF, we create supportive spaces and programs to address these needs—through community gatherings, candid conversations, and more to come. You can help us grow this work. 

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NMF@NHMA: A Community Gathering

In times of uncertainty community is our greatest asset, so NMF has been purposeful about providing opportunities for the NMF community to gather while attending the National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA) Annual Conference this week. 

NMF President & CEO Michellene Davis, Esq. will be speaking about Why Health Care Leadership Needs All Voices – The Best Path to Health Excellence at the NHMA conference on Friday, June 6 at 10:30 a.m, PT. Please attend her talk and say hello!

On Friday evening, we invite you to be her guest at the nearby Fifth Rooftop Restaurant and Bar for an uplifting evening of networking. Enjoy refreshments and meaningful connections with NMF alumni, scholars, and supporters. 

NMF is grateful to the California Health Care Foundation for generously sponsoring this evening gathering of the NMF community.  

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   NMF at Milken Institute Global Conference 2025

NMF President and CEO Michellene Davis, Esq. took the stage at the Milken Institute Global Conference in May to discuss the future of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Moderated by National Public Radio Weekend Edition Sunday Host Ayesha Rascoe, the panel also included: 

• Kresge Foundation Social Investment Officer Erika Brice

• Former Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Tashni-Ann Dubroy 

• United Negro College Fund President and CEO Michael Lomax 

The panel explored the forces shaping the future of HBCUs and the critical role they play in driving needed change, including in medical education. 

A free Milken account is required to view. This will allow you access to view
all panel discussions and keynotes from the conference.  

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Seeding Excellence with
Nkechi Onlyewuenyi and
Dr. Michael Belmonte

Please join us for an uplifting conversation with NMF scholar Nkechi Onyewuenyi and young alumnus Dr. Michael Belmonte. Learn about how they are navigating their professional journeys, celebrate their wins, and share their challenges in an enriching and intimate discussion.  

Join us on June 16, 2025, from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. ET, as we elevate the stories of NMF scholars and young alumni and invite you to join the conversation. 

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Make a Difference in Clinical Research 

You can improve patient care through clinical research. Become trained to lead clinical trials researching treatment regimens that can provide lifesaving care to patients.  The NMF Doctors in Clinical Trials Research program is a professional education program that provides physicians who are committed to investigating treatment and preventative regimens across all populations with the knowledge needed to lead their own clinical trials. You will join an accomplished community of fellow researchers who share their interests, goals, and paths to success. 

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