… an environment in medicine where we can come together to support and learn from each other across all medical specialties. They share a common bond in our uniqueness within the medical community and believe that by coming together they can change the face of medicine.
The group’s rallying figure is Disney Junior’s Doc McStuffins – an inspiration for children nationwide, but since she is a little black girl who is incredibly smart and who is a doctor for her toys, it’s special for young girls of color. Dr. Taylor and Artemis’s work with Disney Junior and Doc McStuffins has been so strong, that when it came time for show creator Chris Nee to give Doc’s Mom, Dr. McStuffins, a first name, she named her Myiesha.
The medical field not only runs in the family from her past, but also in the future.
“My son has expressed that he’s interested in veterinary science and my two daughters are interested in being physicians,” Taylor says proudly. “Like my mother did with me, I earnestly focus on my children’s interests. It’s so important that we pay attention to what are kids are excited about pursuing. Kids want approval from their parents. In essence, this is what Doc McStuffins is all about. Ensuring that our children are encouraged, during their formative years. If I can, or Doc McStuffins can, you can also.”