Greetings all,

We are on the heels of celebrating the fathers and father figures in our lives which perfectly coincides with Men's Health Month. As we continue to promote the health and well-being of our women and children, it is imperative to include our men in the conversation as well. 63% of men of color report not getting regular checkups and routine preventive services. In the spirit of supporting the health and wellness of our Black Men, we look forward to working with the National African American Male Wellness Agency as a sponsor of the LA Walk to Save Black Men Lives on 11/11/2023. Please volunteer with us. More details to come. 

Speaking of mental health, in an earlier post, we shared resources if you or someone you know need additional emotional help and support. Understanding the stress and toll of medicine on health care professionals, Board Certified Chaplain and Pastoral counselor Charles Clemons reached out to me and offered his services to our membership. We aim to normalize conversations about our mental health for ourselves and within the community. 

Charles Clemons, MDiv - Take Heart Counseling Services

ABWP has entered an affiliation with the American Medical Women's Association (AMWA), bringing added membership benefits that we hope you will take advantage of. Please click HERE to learn more. 

Click HERE to get started - Select the "Affiliate" member type and, when prompted, input/select the code: ABWP. 

We are excited to share another collaboration with an organization that aligns with our mission to improve the health of the African American community, the African American Wellness Project. Check out their website, which has a wealth of original content, and consider signing up for their newsletter. 

July 15th marks the date of our retreat at the Second Home in Los Angeles. The Membership Committee has dedicated time and effort to providing a wonderful retreat with the theme "Nurturing Authentic Relationships with our Family, Friends, and Finances." Please join us for a dynamic day of powerhouse speakers, interactive workshops, food/libation, and bonding time. Please register and consider sponsoring a student/resident as well.  

There is so much to look forward to. We are enthusiastic about all of your involvement and engagement. 

In Health and Wellness,

Dr. Renee M. Poole

ABWP President

You are cordially invited to join us for the ABWP Annual Membership Retreat.

2023 Annual ABWP Membership Retreat 

SATURDAY, JULY 15, 2023

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Location:

Second Home Hollywood

1370 N St. Andrews Place 

Los Angeles, CA 90028

Theme:

“Nurturing Authentic Relationships with our Family, Friends and Finances”

We will have special guest speakers, team building activities and more. 

Committee Meetings

Wednesday, July 5th at 6:30 PM PST | Membership Committee Meeting | REGISTER

Thursday, July 6th, at 6:30 PM PST | Development Committee | REGISTER



Wednesday, July 12th, at 7 PM PST | AAIMM Working Group Committee | REGISTER

Don't miss out on an unforgettable experience! We cordially invite you to attend the 42nd Annual Charity & Scholarship Benefit Gala, taking place on

October 22, 2023, at 11:00 AM PST at the prestigious City Club in Los Angeles, CA. We currently are looking for sponsors. Please kindly engage in soliciting sponsors and donors for this significant event. We encourage you to share the sponsors package below with your network. Together, let's make a lasting impact and bring positive change to our community!

The 3rd Annual APA MOORE Equity in Mental Health 5K Run, Walk, & Roll Live Race & Virtual Race takes place on Saturday, July 29th.

Dr. C Freeman, ABWP member and APA Black Caucus member/leader is supporting the cause by holding a fundraiser team. Please consider making a contribution today to help individuals and organizations that support awareness programs and provide services to improve the mental health of young people of color. 

July 29th - August 2, 2023 | NMA Convention in New Orleans, LA.

Volunteers Needed! Community service opportunity!

Calling all community members! We need your help to make a difference in the Oghene Resource Fair on August 12, 2023. Join us from 11 AM to 3:00 PM and contribute your time and skills to this impactful event. Be a part of something meaningful and sign up for volunteering time slots today to help us create a positive change in our community! More information to come.

Join the African American Male Wellness Agency at the 'Walk to Save Black Men's Lives' on Saturday, November 11, 2023.

To see our full 2023 Calendar of Events, click HERE.

Save the Date August 22, 2023 at 7 PM for the our next Match Check-in on Zoom (tentative).

Save the Date October 28, 2023 for the Alzheimer’s Association's, 'Walk to End Alzheimer’s' at LA Live.

Welcome to the newest Physician members of ABWP!

• Dr. Kasee Houston, Neonatology, Board Certified in Pediatrics | Los Angeles, CA
• Dr.Tamika Perry, Family Medicine, Associate Medical Director, Optum/Well Med | Dallas, TX
• Dr. Lisa Ross, Anesthesiology, NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem, Director, Department of Anesthesia | New York, NY
• Dr. Inyanga Collins, Family Medicine & Attending Physician, Metropolitan Hospital Center | New York, NY
• Dr. Itha Harewood, Primary Care Physician at Jacobi Hospital | Mount Vernon, NY
• Dr. Camille Manuel, Pediatrics - Adolescent Medicine, NYC Health + Hospitals | St. Albans, NY
• Dr. Monique Nickles, Pediatrics, Adolescent Medicine, NYC Health + Hospitals | Lincoln Medical Center | Tenafly, NJ
• Dr. Millicent Okereke, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Attending Physician at NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem | Brooklyn, NY
• Dr. Abimbola Onayemi, Regional Anesthesia, Attending Anesthesiologist, Lincoln Medical Center | Brooklyn, NY
• Dr. Amonu Opong, General Surgery, Gastroenterology, NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi Hospital | Ardsley, NY
• Dr. Franscene Oulds, Pediatric Critical Care, Director PICU, Lincoln Medical Center | New Rochelle, NY
• Dr. Jare Philip, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Attending Physician at NYC Health and Hospitals/Jacobi | Brooklyn, nY
• Dr. Shellyann Sharpe, Emergency Medicine, NYC Health and Hospital, Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine | New York, NY
• Dr. Marie Ward, Director of Breast Surgery, Jacobi Medical Center | Kew Gardens, NY
• Dr. Whitney White, Pediatric Physician at PAGNY | Harrison, NY
• Dr. Melynda Barnes, Otolaryngology, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Chief Medical Officer Ro.co Healthcare | Darien, CT
• Dr. Rashida N'Gouamba, OBGYN, Private Practice in Pasadena, CA | Pasadena, CA
• Dr. Enyioma Nwankpa, Obstetrics and Gynecology at Harlem Hospital | Bronx, NY
• Dr. Keesandra Agenor, Attending Physician at NYC Health and Hospitals, Emergency Medicine, Clinical Forensic Medicine | Brooklyn, NY

Rebecca Lee Crumpler, MD Scholarship Now Open!

Announcing the prestigious Rebecca Lee Crumpler, MD Scholarship, now accepting applications! As an organization that is passionate about advocate for empowering Black women in medicine, we are delighted to offer this scholarship opportunity to aspiring female medical students. If you are a permanent resident of Southern California or enrolled in a Southern California medical school, seize this chance to secure financial assistance and recognition for your academic achievements. Don't miss the deadline on September 1, 2023.

New Job Listings

Discover exciting career prospects now available at esteemed institutions such as Stanford University School of Medicine and Tufts Medical Center, among many others. Explore our website for a comprehensive list of current job opportunities and take the first step towards advancing your professional journey. Click HERE to explore the possibilities!

Kyani Young

Meet our Student Representative, Kyani Young! She has successfully wrapped up her first year in the esteemed Master of Public Health (MPH) program, specializing in Community Health Sciences at UCLA Fielding School of Public Health.

2 Fun Facts About Kyani

 -She's passionate about music/singing; she even sang in competitive choirs from 6th-12th grade. 

 -She can read, write, and speak Korean at an intermediate level. 

Dr. Glenna Tolbert

ABWP Past President and Physician Member, Dr. Glenna Tolbert, was recently featured in the magazine, "As Seen in Ventura Blvd, Top Doctors & Health Care Pros 2023". Congratulations Dr. Tolbert on this well deserved feature!

Read full article: HERE

Have you renewed your ABWP membership?

On the first day of each calendar year, your ABWP membership requires renewal. As an ABWP member, you continue to belong to an established community, network and sisterhood of other successful Black women physicians and physicians-in-training.

BENEFITS OF ABWP MEMBERSHIP 

• Access to our monthly newsletters with updates on quality job openings and CME opportunities.
• Free AMWA Affiliate Membership
• Exclusive invites to ABWP professional networking events. 
• Access to social and community philanthropic outreach activities.
• Opportunities for leadership and skills building through participation on committees and community engagement. 
• “Great Work Perks” with online discounts/rewards to Universal Studios, Six Flags, Costco, shows, sporting events, and so much more.



Only paid members have access to member-only events such as; Member Retreat, access to member-only portals to view enduring educational videos (i.e., replays of CME webinars on demand as often as you like), and can participate in election voting.

If you have questions about your membership, please contact the Membership Committee at membership@blackwomenphysicians.org.

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