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About the Founders

We are George and Yoleetah Ilodi, co-founders of the Medical Education Foundation. Our journey began with a shared passion for improving health outcomes through education and access. As physicians and educators, we’ve seen firsthand how knowledge can empower individuals and transform communities. Together, we founded this organization to bridge healthcare gaps, inspire the next generation of medical leaders and spread the joy of medical education.

Yoleetah Ilodi, MD FACP

George Ilodi, DO

Meet Our Team

Our dedicated team is committed to enhancing healthcare education and access in all communities.

Christina Clark MSN, APRN, ACNP-BC

Board Vice President

Christina S. Clark is a Board-Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. A proud graduate of Case Western Reserve University, she is passionate about lifelong learning and shaping the future of medicine. In her role as an Advanced Practice Provider in Hospitalist Medicine, she trains both new and experienced healthcare professionals and serves as a dedicated mentor and preceptor for students at all levels. Beyond her professional work, Christina is a devoted wife and mother, active church volunteer, and committed community leader.

Alyssa Buzzacco

Board Volunteer Coordinator

Alyssa Buzzacco,  raised in Youngstown, Ohio, is a proud graduate of The University of Akron and a passionate educator with seven years of experience teaching in inner-city schools. Her dedication to her students and commitment to educational equity have shaped her impactful career. Now a devoted mother, Alyssa continues to serve her community, balancing family life with her deep-rooted mission to inspire and uplift the next generation. Through her work with the Medical Education Foundation, she brings both heart and insight to advancing education and opportunity for all.

Tamika Smith, RN, BSN, LSN

Executive Board Member

Tamika Smith, RN, BSN, LSN, is a dedicated registered nurse with 20 years of diverse clinical experience in adult and pediatric cardiology, community health, and school-based nursing. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Ursuline College and completed a post-graduate certification in School Nursing through Wright State University.

Throughout her career, Tamika has demonstrated a strong commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to patients across the lifespan. Her experience in both clinical and community settings has equipped her with a well-rounded perspective on healthcare, with a particular passion for supporting children and families through education, advocacy, and individualized care.

Medical Education Foundation Advisors

Alexis Castelli

Alexis Castelli is an Ohio native currently residing in Austin, Texas. She is a certified full-spectrum doula, birth justice advocate, and passionate champion of equitable healthcare access. While her primary work is rooted in birth and maternal health, her advocacy extends to improving healthcare access and addressing disparities affecting underserved and marginalized communities, particularly Black and Brown families. Alexis is committed to empowering individuals to navigate the healthcare system, advocate for their needs, and have an active voice in their care. Alongside her work in birth justice, she brings a professional background in technology, social media, and digital engagement, contributing to the Foundation's outreach, education, and community-building initiatives. She is passionate about advancing health equity and supporting the Medical Education Foundation's mission to make healthcare education and access more equitable for all.

Laila Burrell

Laila Burrell is a graduate student at Duquesne University pursuing an interdisciplinary path in healthcare ethics and medicine, with a particular focus on maternal health and obstetrics and gynecology. She is currently completing a Master’s degree in Healthcare Ethics alongside a pre-medical/pre-health professions post-baccalaureate program, building upon her Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience.

Our Dedication to Medical Education



Did you know that only 1 in 10 adults in the U.S. can fully understand and use everyday health information? That means nearly 90% of adults struggle with doctor’s instructions, thus unable to make informed health decisions.  Which leads to: 

  • 6 out of 10 adults in the U.S. have at least one chronic disease

  • 4 out of 10 are living with two or more
    (Source: CDC)

Many of these conditions—like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure—can be prevented or better managed with early education and awareness. But the reality is, not everyone has access to the tools and knowledge needed to stay healthy.

At the Medical Education Foundation, we believe communities thrive when people are empowered. That starts with understanding your body, your choices, and your access to care. We're closing the gap with relatable, evidence-based healthcare education that meets people where they are—especially youth, families, and communities often left out of the conversation.

Because when people know better, they can do better. And together, we can prevent illness before it starts.