In June 2024, two summer programs for high school students invited three representatives from Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa to be part of an inspiring panel on careers in healthcare held at Santa Rosa Junior College. The Science Workforce Academy Preparation (SWAP) and Summer Health Careers Institute (SCHI) programs provide high school students with valuable exposure to careers in healthcare, offering them college credit and shadowing opportunities. Three of our esteemed Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa colleagues were featured on the panel: Afaf “Fefe” Asfour, Manager of Pulmonary Clinical Services; Daneh Tabor, Pharmacy Supervisor; and Marvin Tamayo, Nurse Manager. They shared their unique life paths that led them to careers in healthcare and offered valuable advice to about 100 recent high school graduates and high school seniors who attended the panel.
Marvin added, “I really love connecting with people, with my patients and staff. Sometimes you can give it your all and you will still have a bad outcome. It’s about how you bounce back. How you manage that stress.” At the close of the panel, our three KP SRO colleagues were busy meeting students, exchanging contact information and providing on the spot advice. This panel not only provided students with a glimpse into the diverse and rewarding careers in healthcare but also highlighted the dedication, passion, and approachability of our KP colleagues. Their stories and advice are sure to inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals
Pictured above: Afaf “Fefe” Asfour, Manager of Pulmonary Clinical Services; Daneh Tabor, Pharmacy Supervisor; and Marvin Tamayo, BSN, RN, Nurse Manager Medical-Surgical/Telemetry.