June is Pride Month, but this conversation is about something much bigger than a single month.

It's about belonging, mentorship, and why healthcare is stronger when everyone feels seen.

On this episode of Voices of Vital Care, Nohelani Graf sits down with Dominic Flores, healthcare educator, researcher, LGBTQIA+ advocate, and Career Prep Instructor at Pima Medical Institute.

Dominic shares his journey from uncertain high school graduate to healthcare leader, researcher, nonprofit founder, and mentor helping shape the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Together, they explore:

• What it means to create belonging in healthcare

• LGBTQ+ representation and the impact of visibility

• Dominic's research on mentorship and early career gay men in healthcare

• Why inclusive workplaces improve patient care and healthcare outcomes

• The role mentors play in changing lives and careers

• How future healthcare professionals can build confidence and resilience

• Why compassion, professionalism, and authenticity matter in patient care

Whether you're a healthcare student, educator, employer, LGBTQIA+ ally, or someone searching for your place in the world, this episode offers a powerful reminder: you belong, and your voice can make a difference.

Featuring Dominic Flores, healthcare educator, researcher, LGBTQ+ advocate, and Career Prep Instructor at Pima Medical Institute.

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests, and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, stance, or position of Pima Medical Institute.

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