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MYIESHA TAYLOR, MD, CFMP

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Dr. Myiesha Taylor is a trailblazing physician and educator, renowned for her expertise in functional and integrative medicine, and her innovative integration of artificial intelligence into healthcare. An American physician, she holds board certifications from the American Board of Medical Specialties, the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons, and the American Council of Holistic Medicine in Integrative Medicine. Dr. Taylor's expertise extends into functional medicine, where she is recognized as a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (CFMP) with advanced training from the Southern California University of Health Sciences, Functional Medicine University. Further solidifying her stature, she is a fellow at the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine (AIHM) and holds certification in Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Medicine from the American Board of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine (ABAIM).

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Born and raised in Southern California, Myiesha Taylor's academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Xavier University of Louisiana, where she graduated summa cum laude. She earned her Medical Degree (MD) from the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, followed by an internship in internal medicine and residency emergency medicine at Los Angeles County King/Drew Medical Center, where she served as Chief Resident. Her tenure as Chief Resident was distinguished by numerous academic and community-based honors.

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Driven by a passion for mentoring women physicians of color, Dr. Taylor founded the Artemis Medical Society in 2012. Her advocacy efforts garnered recognition from Disney Junior, which named the mother character Myiesha McStuffins in the children's TV show "Doc McStuffins" in her honor. Dr. Taylor's influence extends through appearances on NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt and contributions to Disney Junior, inspiring young viewers to explore careers in STEM.

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Her achievements have been celebrated with multiple awards, including the Dallas Women’s Foundation Maura Women Helping Women Young Leader Award and recognition as a Dallas Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 honoree. Dr. Taylor is also a valued community servant, engaging in philanthropy with Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., and leading health initiatives with Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated.

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In her professional life, Dr. Taylor is a pivotal figure in medical cannabis research as a Medical Advisor for Cannformatics Medical Cannabis Biotechnology and co-founder of InDoc, a telemedicine enterprise where she served as Chief Medical Officer, and Chief Intelligence and Innovation Officer. Her work in educational strategy as an advocate for homeschooling, gifted education, and early college initiatives showcases her commitment to nurturing the next generation's potential. As co-founder and Principal of Fusion Point PR, she fosters vital connections between communities and industries.

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Married to William Schlitz, Dr. Taylor is a dedicated homeschooling mother of three, with her eldest child graduating at age 19 from SMU Dedman School of Law, the youngest American woman to do so.  Her son holds an MBA from Tarleton and is a current Ph.D. student at University of North Texas in Learning Technologies at the age of 18. Finally, her youngest daughter, a proud Ethiopian adoptee, is entering into her Ph.D. program in Sociology at Texas Woman's University at the age of 16. Dr. Myiesha Taylor's career embodies a blend of medical innovation, educational advocacy, and unwavering commitment to improving lives, underscoring her status as a role model and visionary leader.

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Dr. Taylor's Credentials:

 

  • Physician/Medical Doctor (MD)

  • University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine

  • Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (CFMP)

  • Fellow Academy of Integrative and Holistic Medicine (AIHM)

  • Diplomate of the American Board of Emergency Medicine (Board Certified)

  • Diplomate of the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons (Board Certified)

  • Diplomate of the American Council of Holistic Medicine (Board Certified)

  • The Institute for Functional Medicine 

  • AIIPEM Advisory Board Member - Artificial Intelligence to Improve Performance in Emergency Medicine

  • Medical Intelligence Society (Ai in Medicine)

  • Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AAAI)

  • Cannformatics: Medical Advisor and scientific researcher in medical cannabis

  • Chief Intelligence and Innovation Officer (CIIO) - Indoc (2018 - 2024)

  • Residency Internal and Emergency Medicine - Chief Resident

  • American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) - Fellow

  • American Academy of Emergency Physicians (AAEM) - Fellow

  • Doctor of Indigenous Medicine specializing in Internal and Integrative Medicine

  • Eyota Halona Healing Center – Licensed and certified

  • Indigenous Healthcare Practitioners Organization

  • United Cherokee Nation

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), and Advanced Cardiopulmonary Life Support (ACLS) certified

  • Community and Family Medical Educator

  • Married Mother of three; successfully homeschooled and history-makers

  • Disney Junior, Incorporated, Health and Wellness Educator

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