Dr. Zerita C. Buchanan is a fourth-generation dentist and a proud Historically Black College and University (HBCU) graduate. Her commitment to health equity led her to be recognized as a "Healthcare Hero" by her alma mater Spelman College. With a successful career spanning both the public and private sectors, Dr. Zerita is highly regarded for her expertise in workforce diversity, pipeline development, healthcare innovation, and health policy, which she further explored while getting her MPH at The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

A nationally recognized healthcare executive, she has established herself as an accomplished cosmetic dentist, public health expert, and top oral health thought leader. Dr. Zerita utilizes her influential platform to address oral health inequities among historically marginalized communities and to mentor the next generation of culturally competent and diverse dentists. Dr. Zerita is a sought-after speaker and consultant, offering valuable insights on health equity, health justice, healthcare innovation, HBCU engagement, and diversity, equity, & inclusion initiatives.