Frank Meza

Frank Meza, a highly respected Physician in Charge at the East Los Angeles Kaiser and a Partner at the Southern California Permanente Medical Group, later became Chief Medical Officer at Altamed. He was dedicated to serving the Latino and Chicano communities, significantly contributing to healthcare and education. Born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, his life was marked by resilience and a strong commitment to his cultural heritage. Even before completing medical school, he worked to recruit and inspire Latinos to pursue careers in medicine and education. His efforts through organizations like the Hippocrates Circle, the Latino Medical Student Association, and Mi Mentor helped pave the way for many Latinos in the medical profession.

Dr. Meza’s journey was not without challenges. He attended Cathedral High School and excelled academically and in athletics, particularly running.