UA Doctor Named Top Indian M.D. in Nation

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"The work she has done has been outstanding," said Linda Don, director of minority affairs for the Arizona Health Science Center. "She's a marvelous role model for any student in public health."

Don said she has learned a lot from Roubideaux about "grantsmanship" by bringing in outside resources into UA by way of grants and money to help maintain programs around campus.

Naomi Young, a non-degree seeking graduate student, said that Roubideaux is a great role model by instilling a lot of confidence into her students.

"She's very personable and treats every individual separately with individual needs," Young said. "Everyone has that individual attention which makes the learning environment very warm and friendly."

Young added that Roubideaux has been a sort of mentor to her for the past couple of years because of her effective teaching style and personality.

"She's a great role model for anyone to look up to by remaining humble from coming from a humble background," Young said.

Raysenia James, a molecular and cellular biology senior, also views Roubideaux as a mentor, because she said it's inspiring to see a female American Indian doctor going above and beyond the call of duty with her research and work.

James said she learned much from Roubideaux and hopes to pursue a career in public health working with American Indians.

"If she can do it, then so can I," James said. "Her work will not only affect me, but future generations as well. She helped pave the path for me."