Jhaimy Fernandez, MD
Digital Health Equity Lead
Harbor-UCLA Department of Family Medicine
Dr. Jhaimy Fernandez is a pioneering force in digital health equity, dedicated to serving underserved communities. As the Digital Health Equity Lead at Harbor-UCLA Department of Family Medicine, she has made significant strides in expanding digital health access throughout Los Angeles County. Dr. Fernandez's initiatives are particularly impactful in educating healthcare professionals about the specific digital health needs of communities of color, thereby nurturing an environment of inclusivity in healthcare. A highlight of her work is the creation and execution of a specialized digital health equity curriculum for underrepresented minority pre-medical students, based on the AAMC's Telehealth Competencies and the HLTH Foundation’s four key pillars of techquity. Dr. Fernandez's expertise and insights have made her a sought-after speaker at local and national events, where she engages with a diverse audience including pre-health students, academics, physicians, trainees, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders.