Melba Hunter was born on the Navajo reservation in a small town called Fort Defiance, Arizona.  She is of the Towering House clan, born for the Coyote Pass, her maternal grandfather is of the Mexican people clan, and her paternal grandfather is of the Bitter Water clan. She was raised in the center of the Navajo reservation in a small town called Chinle. Melba attended Northern Arizona University and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Science of Nursing.  She has been working for approximately 24 years with the Indian Health Services in Chinle, Arizona. Presently, she is working in the Emergency Room/Urgent Care as the Nurse Supervisor/Manager. Melba speaks the Navajo language and interprets for her native people.  Working in the ER she has recognized  the lack of resources needed to address the issues of alcoholism, anxiety, domestic violence, depression, and others. She is optimistic the HEAL fellowship will help bring quality healthcare to the Indian Health Services.  Melba likes all foods prepared from scratch.  She has 2 adult children and a ten year old; 3 grandsons, 1 granddaughter, and has inherited 2 more grandchildren.  Someday, she would like to travel to other countries. She also has a passion for Interior Design.  Melba is compassionate and  a humanitarian.  She is excited and honored to be a HEAL fellow. Melba was a fellow at Chinle Comprehensive Healthcare Facility in Chinle, Arizona.