Challenges Faced by Black Physicians

With only about 2% of physicians in the US being African American women, the achievement of having three Black women physicians in one family, including being part of the first Black mother-daughter legacy graduates from Harvard Medical School, is exceptional. Despite these accomplishments, barriers like access to quality education, mentoring programs, and institutional support impede the path for Black Americans pursuing a medical career. Uche Blackstock's experience highlights the systemic and interpersonal challenges faced within predominantly white healthcare institutions, underscoring the importance of health equity work and listening to patients.