In 2013, Dr. Edward Abraham, then Dean of Wake Forest School of Medicine approached Dr. Vernon Ross, with a request.  The students of the Wake Forest School of Medicine chapter of SNMA, a largely African-American organization desired more support and mentorship to be successful during their matriculation through medical school.  From this interaction was born the TCMS/SNMA Mentor/Mentee program.  This program paired members of Twin City Medical Society with members of SNMA to provide mentorship and guidance during medical school and beyond.  Over the years, the bond between TCMS and SNMA has only grown stronger.  Each year, we hold a mixer so students may meet their assigned mentors as well as meet other African-American Physicians, Dentists, Pharmacists, and PAs within the Winston-Salem area.