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Recap: Explosion of a Dream 2026 Annual Scholarship Event

The 2026 Explosion of a Dream weekend (September 18-20) featured our sixth annual Scholars Summit and our eighth signature fundraising event, Explosion of a Dream in support of the ElevateMeD Scholars Program. Guests and ElevateMeD Scholars gathered from across the country for the third year in a row at the Camby Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona!

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Explosion of a Dream 2026: Scholars Summit

This year’s Scholars Summit brought together our 2026–27 ElevateMeD Nexus Scholars, Connect Scholars, Legacy Scholars, mentors, Board members, partners, and facilitators for programming focused on leadership, communication, advocacy, financial readiness, wellness, community engagement, and the transition from medical school to residency.

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ElevateMeD in the Community with HELP Now AZ

ElevateMeD Scholars and supporters volunteered their time with HELP Now AZ, spending time connecting with children and families through conversation, activities, and simple moments of connection—from making paper airplanes and sharing laughs to answering questions and sharing their own journeys.

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ElevateMeD Honors Pedro Cons with 2026 Trailblazer Award

ElevateMeD presents its sixth Trailblazer Award to Mr. Pedro Cons at its Explosion of a Dream fundraising event, on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at The Camby in Phoenix, Arizona. Table and ticket sales available until September 11, 2026 at dream.elevatemed.org.

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ElevateMeD Recognizes Dr. Richard Carmona with 2026 Breaking Barriers Award

ElevateMeD recognizes its sixth Breaking Barriers Award recipient Dr. Richard Carmona at its Explosion of a Dream fundraising event, on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at The Camby in Phoenix, Arizona. Table and ticket sales available until September 11, 2026 at dream.elevatemed.org.

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From Scholar to Physician Leader: Message from Evans Osuji, MD

From ElevateMeD Scholar to Johns Hopkins physician leader, Dr. Evans Osuji is advancing cardiovascular care, mentoring future physicians, and improving health outcomes in communities facing barriers to care.

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Celebrating Match 2026 with 23 ElevateMeD Scholars

#MATCH2026 ElevateMeD is proud to celebrate alongside our twenty-three (23) ElevateMeD Scholars on their #MatchDay2026 results!

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Recap: Ignite Atlanta 2026 Scholarship Event

Ignite Atlanta marked seven years of impact and continued growth for ElevateMeD. Held at Ventanas, the event brought together a community choosing to invest in the future of medicine.

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