Foos in Medicine, a UCLA student-run social media account, is inspiring first-generation Latino students to pursue healthcare careers. - The account was created by UCLA graduate students Kevin Alemán and Irvin Garcia to share their journeys as first-generation Latino medical professionals.
- It aims to address the underrepresentation of Latinos in medicine, where only 6% of physicians are Latino despite 20% of the U.S. population.
- Alemán and Garcia provide mentorship and advice through Instagram videos and campus events, helping students overcome barriers like language and lack of resources. The initiative has motivated students to pursue professional degrees and fosters a sense of community and possibility.