Tai Donovan

Member-at-Large Windsor University School of Medicine

Biography

Tai Donovan is a medical student at Windsor University pursuing a career in Emergency Medicine. She received her Bachelor’s degree from Howard University in Washington, DC followed by a Masters in Health Care Administration. Born and raised in New York, her path to medicine was sparked by her work as an Emergency Medical Technician. This experience, coupled with the connections she formed with her patients, fueled her passion for the medical field and is matched only by her dedication to serving her community.

Her commitment to advocating for health equity inspired her to co-found an organization dedicated to providing essential resources, health education, and services to the unhoused and survivors of intimate partner violence in New York City. In hopes of expanding her impact, Tai joined and now sits on the board for MedCEEP, a non-profit organization committed to supporting underrepresented students in pursuing health care careers by providing them with the resources and tools they need to be successful while empowering them to become future medical leaders and community champions. 

Her efforts have earned her recognition, including the 2023 Cook County Provident Scholar Award and the American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM) International Medical Student of The Year Award, underscoring her dedication to serving underrepresented communities. As she continues to engage with initiatives like the Golden Institute 2024 Chicago Peace Fellows and the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine (SAEM) All EM DEI Taskforce, she hopes to continue to make her journey a testament to her commitment to community service, advocacy for diversity in medicine, and the pursuit of health equity for marginalized communities.