Our Story

Teen Medic Talks is a youth-led group created by teens for teens.  We were founded in August 2023 by the Founder and Director, Calesa Taylor and begun as a passion project and now are an organization as of July 2025.

 

Calesa Taylor created Teen Medic Talks as a result of her passion for medicine and the drive to inform teenagers on vital medical issues. After battling depression since the summer of 2020 and feeling isolated without access to reliable resources and support, Calesa knew something had to change.

 

As a result, in 2023 she was determined to turn her personal struggle into a purpose. Her creation of the platform: Teen Medic Talks ensured that those who were alone and without valid information and awareness during their health challenges were faced with support. Teen Medic Talks gives answers to real questions about your health, mental illness, body, skincare, and more. Giving teenagers the assistance Calesa once needed, but didn't have.

 

Now, Teen Medic Talks has reached over 250,000 people, helping teens and raising awareness on important medical topics. We take part in creating cards for teenagers who are in need of support during their time at the hospital, and raise money for teenagers in hospitals in need of financial assistance in hosing, food, and treatment.​

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Calesa reflects on our terrific 2 year journey: "This initiative has shaped me into the person I am today, and it will forever be so important to me. I hope to help teens everyday in need of medical assistance, giving them the social outlet I didn't have. I want to help those in need who want to learn more about medicine who may not be exposed to such information. We bring up those uncomfortable conversations because they're important to so many teenagers. I cannot wait to see what we grow into in the future!"