BERNADETTE SYLLA

Vice Chair

Dr. Bernadette Sylla, originally from Guinea, West Africa, embarked on an extraordinary journey that showcases the power of passion, perseverance, and purpose. After earning her medical degree from St. George's University, she completed her residency and Chief residency at Goryeb Children's Hospital. During this time, her deep interest in pediatric global health led her to complete the global health tract, demonstrating her dedication to making a difference on a global scale. Currently serving as a Pediatric Hospitalist at Goryeb Children's Hospital, Dr. Bernadette Sylla not only provides acute care to young patients but also spearheads the non-profit organization, Thee Bee Project. This organization aims to assist disadvantaged women and children in Guinea, emphasizing her commitment to improving the lives of those in need. Driven by a passion for child education and welfare, she has become a vocal advocate for these causes. She has also lead and participated in many non-profit organizations aimed at uplifting the Guinean Community in the United States including Guineans Succeeding in America . With a career goal of becoming a global health practitioner, Dr. Bernadette Sylla is poised to make an even greater impact on the world, leaving a lasting legacy of compassion and dedication.