LeahCarterMD(She/Her)

Summary

• Leah Carter, MD is a board-certified family medicine physician currently pursuing advanced training as a fellow in palliative medicine at UCSF Fresno. With a strong commitment to addressing health disparities, Dr. Carter is deeply invested in promoting health equity, particularly for underserved populations. Additionally, she places a strong emphasis on patient education, believing that informed patients are empowered to make better healthcare decisions, particularly in the context of complex, end-of-life care choices.
  
  Dr. Carter is also passionate about mentoring underrepresented individuals in medicine (URiM), recognizing the importance of diversity in the medical field and the value of guiding the next generation of healthcare providers. Her spheres of interest include outpatient palliative care, physician wellness, and healthcare policy. She continues to be a strong advocate for both their patients and the healthcare community.