Secretary

Dr. Ifrah Ali is an Emergency Medicine Physician based in the San Francisco Bay Area, recognized for her dedication to providing exceptional care to her patients. She pursued her medical education at the University of California, Davis, where she distinguished herself as the recipient of the prestigious UC Davis Alumni Award. Driven by a long-standing aspiration to serve Somali patients, Dr. Ali relocated to Minnesota to complete her Emergency Medicine Residency at Regions Hospital/HealthPartners Institute.

During her residency, Dr. Ali demonstrated her commitment to enhancing residency life by actively participating in the Wellness and Diversity committees. She also organized a seminar focused on Somali culture, showcasing her dedication to cultural competence in medical practice. This dedication culminated in her receiving the Advocacy Award for her impactful work.

Her passion for community service, health education, and leadership extended beyond her residency. In 2017, she co-founded the Somali Medical Association alongside a group of Somali International Medical Graduates (IMGs) and residents. Under her leadership as the organization’s first president, the association laid a solid foundation, organizing numerous workshops, seminars, and its inaugural gala. This event successfully brought together Somali physicians, medical students, and community members to celebrate their collective achievements and aspirations for the Somali community.

Dr. Ali’s educational journey, training, and accolades reflect her unwavering dedication to quality patient care and improving healthcare for underserved populations, particularly within the Somali community.