We are the Latin American Medical Association of Houston
Welcome to the Latin American Medical Association of Houston – where inclusivity thrives! We celebrate diversity and unity within the medical community, welcoming professionals from all backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, races, sexual orientation, gender identity and religion . Our commitment is to create a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters collaboration and understanding among our members, ultimately leading to improved healthcare and networking. Join us as we work together to make a difference in the health and well-being of our community.
LAMAH organizes activities that bring together students, young and experienced professionals from all over the Houston area to discuss the fundamentals of Medicine and also promote educational initiatives by providing scholarships.
Community Outreach
Mentoring Programs
Scholarships
About LAMAH
The Latin American Medical Association of Houston (LAMAH) is a non-profit organization with 501(c)(3) status, registered in the United States, dedicated to facilitate connections between Hispanic physicians from Houston.
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Hispanic Doctors: Missing from Medicine
Hispanic healthcare in America faces a growing crisis, and in Houston, this is particularly evident due to a shortage of Latino doctors. In this documentary, we explore the healthcare challenges Hispanic communities encounter, especially the lack of representation in the medical field. With only 6% of U.S. doctors being Hispanic, many patients struggle to find culturally competent care.
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The Hispanic American Medical Association of Houston (HAMAH) is officially changing its name to the Latin American Medical Association of Houston (LAMAH). This change reflects our commitment to embracing the diversity within our community and being more inclusive of all Latino backgrounds. We believe that "Latino" better captures the wide range of cultural identities, languages, and experiences that make up our vibrant community of healthcare professionals and trainees. Our mission remains the same: To provide support, mentorship, and advocacy for Latino healthcare workers while improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve. This name change represents growth, unity, and a continued focus on empowering the next generation of Latino leaders in medicine.
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“I want to thank the Hispanic American Medical Association of Houston for awarding the scholarship. I was born in Mexico City and moved to El Paso Texas when I was four years old. I will be applying Pediatrics this next upcoming cycle and plan to specialize in neonatology in the future”
Zaira Villa
“I’m honored to have been selected as a recipient of this scholarship and I’m incredibly grateful to the HAMAH and all of its members for their support. I appreciate the continued efforts by this organization to support Hispanic medical students like myself. I hope to return to Houston in continuing the HAMAH tradition of supporting the next Generations of Hispanic positions.”
Triana Fernandez
“The financial aid I have received during my medical education, including the HAMAH scholarship, has allowed me to focus on school and community outreach. Any scholarship received, no matter the amount, decreases the financial burden on students. Furthermore, it encourages the scholarship recipients to give back to the community. I appreciate the support I have received from HAMAH, and the donors that make that scholarship possible.”
Efrain Rodriguez
“One of the challenges as a medical student is budgeting cost of living while also paying for tuition and other medical school expenses, including board examinations. The HAMAH scholarship is going to help me cover a good portion of the cost of my board examinations, relieving some of the financial stress and allowing me to focus more on academic leadership and community service. I’m grateful to HAMAH for supporting the advancement of Hispanic students in the medicine.”
Munir H. Buhaya
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