ADVANCING HEALTH EQUITY. We are working to build a culture of diversity within VMKF, address identified health disparities among underserved races which have the most mortality rate and help create a more equitable society for the people VMKF serve. Most people have never heard of a Patient Advocate. Patients and loved ones struggling with a health care issue need to know that “PATIENT ADVOCACY” exists, and our team of patient advocates are ready to help.