The Council of Young Filipinx Americans in Medicine (CYFAM) will be honoring Dr. Eleanor Concepcion “Connie” Mariano with the Legacy Award at the upcoming CYFAM Annual Conference on February 17-18 at the James West Alumni Center at the University of California, Los Angeles.
The Legacy Award celebrates individuals who demonstrate exceptional skill and dedication in their medical practice, mentorship, advocacy and leadership.
According to CYFAM, the award recipient “embodies the spirit of excellence, inspiring future generations of Filipino American medical professionals to make a lasting mark on the healthcare landscape.”
Mariano is the first Filipino American in U.S. history to become a Rear Admiral in the U.S. Navy. She is also the first military woman to be appointed as White House Physician to the President.
CYFAM acknowledges Mariano’s illustrious career and journey as a great inspiration for future Filipino American generations in the medical field.
At the CYFAM conference, Mariano will share her keynote address and valuable insights to the next generation of medical professionals and leaders.
The conference theme is “Pamana sa Kinabukasan (Gift to the Future): The Filipinx Legacy as Seeds of the Future.”
Aside from Mariano’s keynote address, the program includes the following:
– Research Symposium featuring scholarly work my Filipinx researches
– Mentorship and networking opportunities with fellow medical professionals
– Workshops on growth and legacy of the community
– Exhibitor Showcase to highlight organizations and community resources
– Cultural dance performances celebrating Philippine heritage
From seasoned medical professionals and newcomers in their medical fields, to organizations promoting health in the Filipino American community, the CYFAM conference is open to all.
For more information regarding registration and conference schedule, visit www.cyfam.org/2024-conference.
CYFAM is a national organization dedicated to empowering young Filipinx American physicians and trainees. Its mission is to promote leadership development, reinforce the education pipeline, and address structural inequities in health through advocacy, scholarship, and community partnership.
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