Dr. Glenda Newell-Harris

Glenda F. Newell-Harris, M.D., is a distinguished physician, author, speaker, and patient advocate with a profound commitment to addressing health disparities and ensuring equal access to quality health care for all. A native of North Carolina currently residing in Oakland, California, she holds a medical degree from the University of Cincinnati School of Medicine and a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Tufts University. Additionally, she is certified in Physician Leadership and Managing Ambulatory Care from the Harvard School of Public Health.

Dr. Newell-Harris practices internal medicine and serves as the regional medical director for YesCare, one of the leading providers of correctional health care in the United States. In this role, she leads a team of medical professionals and ensures the provision of quality health care within correctional facilities.

In February 2024, Dr. Newell-Harris was appointed by the President of the United States to serve on the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Advisory Committee of the Office of Minority Health. In this capacity, she advocates for the health interests of racial and ethnic minority groups.

Her career includes service as a Lieutenant in the National Health Service Corps, and as a physician with Kaiser Permanente, Planned Parenthood, and Alameda Health System in the San Francisco Bay area. She has also held private practice, been a medical consultant in various health care settings, and served as vice chair of the Health Commission for the City of Oakland.

She has held leadership roles in health and medical organizations, including her tenure as a regional officer for the National Medical Association. She serves on the advisory board of UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland, and sits on the board for the Ethnic Health Institute. She also actively participates in the Sinkler Miller Medical Association.

In addition, her community involvement includes serving as the board chair of the Imani Community Church in Oakland, and as a trustee at her high school alma mater, Miss Porter’s School in Farmington, Connecticut.

Dr. Newell-Harris is a respected medical expert and sought-after speaker who frequently engages in national discussions on complex health issues. She lends her expertise to various organizations, including those in the corporate, medical, women’s health, faith-based and youth sectors.

The book she co-authored, Focus On Your Best Health, uses real-life scenarios to provide health care consumers with practical solutions to their medical encounters. It underscores her dedication to empower consumers to communicate, navigate and advocate for themselves within the health care system.

Beyond her professional achievements, Dr. Newell-Harris is a global leader. Her career is characterized by community and international service for underserved populations in the United States, Latin America, Africa, and the Caribbean.

Beyond her professional achievements, Dr. Newell-Harris is a global leader. Her career is characterized by community and international service for underserved populations in the United States, Latin America, Africa, and the Caribbean.

Beyond her professional achievements, Dr. Newell-Harris is a global leader. Her career is characterized by community and international service for underserved populations in the United States, Latin America, Africa, and the Caribbean.

Dr. Newell-Harris remains a trusted and influential voice for the community. Her dedication and passion drive her ongoing commitment to advancing health literacy, patient advocacy, leadership development and well-being.