About CMSP
Our Team
At the heart of the California Medicine Scholars Program (CMSP) is a dedicated group of individuals and partners committed to creating a strong healthcare workforce for California. From our internal staff to our network of funders and community partners, each plays a crucial role in shaping CMSP’s journey.
CMSP Staff
With a background spanning education, policy, data and community advocacy, our team’s combined expertise ensures that our program remains responsive, innovative, and impactful.
Private: Rowena A. Robles, Ph.D.
Executive DirectorKaitlin Jackson, EdD
DirectorJessica Garcia, MS
Senior Program SpecialistSos Nazaryan, MA
Manager, Research and Data
Statewide Program Advisory Committee (PAC)
Our Statewide Program Advisory Committee is a group of key leaders and stakeholders who provide critical advice and support to CMSP. This committee acts as strategic thought partners, offering insights and guidance that assist in program implementation, best practices, growth, and sustainability.
Rowena A. Robles, Ph.D.
Executive Director, California Medicine Scholars ProgramDr. Kaitlin Jackson, EdD
Associate Director, California Medicine Scholars ProgramJessica Garcia, MS
Program Specialist, California Medicine Scholars ProgramDr. Daniel Teraguchi, EdD
Associate Dean for Student Affairs, UC Riverside School of MedicineDr. Charlene K. Green, PsyD
Assistant Dean of Admissions, Outreach and Diversity, UC Davis School of MedicineDr. Kenny Banh, MD, FACEP
Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Medical Education, UCSF FresnoDr. Ramon Hernandez, DrPH, MPH
Project Director Hispanic Center of Excellence, UC San Diego School of MedicineDr. Jacob Bailey, MD, MA
Assistant Director PRIME-Health Equity, UC San Diego School of MedicineDr. Ron Garcia, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean for Minority Affairs, Emeritus, Stanford School of MedicineDr. Nicole Stern, MD
Assistant Professor of Medical Education, California University of Science and Medicine; Staff Physician, Sansum Clinic, Inc.Partner with Us
If your organization shares our commitment to addressing regional health disparities and improving the healthcare workforce and is interested in partnering with us, please email us at info@california-medicine.org.
Partner with Us
If your organization shares our commitment to addressing regional health disparities and improving the healthcare workforce and is interested in partnering with us, please email us at info@california-medicine.org.