Dr. Sanchez-Guzman is a dynamic public speaker with a profound commitment to first-generation mentorship in academic medicine. As the founder of the 1st Generation Mentorship Program at Stanford School of Medicine and the host of the Trailblazers: Navigating 1st Gen Success Vodcast, she is dedicated to empowering and supporting aspiring medical professionals. A respected leader in medical education and student affairs, Dr. Sanchez-Guzman is an expert on various topics, including qualitative research, “impostor phenomenon”, and Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) with a trauma-informed lens. Her impactful presentations have captivated audiences both nationally and internationally, earning her national recognition and multiple awards.