Dedicated to helping our patients and their families live healthier lives
MESF Activities
MESF is focusing on improving the public health, patient education and health equity, expanding diversity, equity and inclusion within the field of medicine and supporting physician development. This includes applying for and administering grants to support the Foundation’s mission, developing an educational website for the public and supporting medical students through fellowships and travel stipends.
Your Health Matters
Prioritize your health and well-being.
With the rising costs of healthcare and the uncertainty of health insurance coverage, it is essential for individuals to take control of their health and seek out preventative care and regular check-ups. By investing in your health now, you can potentially prevent future health complications and reduce the need for costly medical interventions.
Women’s Leadership Academy
The Women’s Physician Leadership Academy, focuses on physician wellness, advocacy, emotional intelligence, communication, executive leadership, networking, overcoming barriers, and relevant coursework.
Opioid Epidemic
The United States is facing its worst drug epidemic due to the misuse of prescription and illicit opioids, with drug overdoses becoming the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18-45, two-thirds of which are attributed to opioids.
Gun Safety
Firearms are now the leading cause of death for U.S. children and teens under the age of 18. In roughly the past decade, 40% of children and teens who died by suicide used guns. Nine out of 10 of these suicides were with guns that the victims accessed at their own homes or from a relative’s.
