Melanie Jun is a medical student at The University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Class of 2027, and was born and raised in Alamogordo, New Mexico. She graduated from The University of New Mexico.

Melanie is dedicated to addressing healthcare disparities and is actively involved in various leadership roles. She currently serves as the Region VII Director for the APAMSA National Board, Membership Branch, and has held positions within her local APAMSA chapter, including President and Secretary. She is also engaged in advocacy and service through the Native Health Initiative, where she mentors in the Healers of Tomorrow Mentorship Program and volunteers with the Adaptive Sports Program in New Mexico.

In addition to her advocacy work, Melanie leads the Family Medicine Interest Group at UNM and participates in the Rural Urban Underserved Program and the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Interest Group.

Outside of medicine, Melanie enjoys playing tennis, basketball, ultimate frisbee, and backpacking. She is passionate about improving healthcare access and equity, particularly in rural and underserved communities, and aims to integrate these values into her future career in medicine.