Podcasts about advancing health equity

*Content warning: birth trauma, medical trauma, medical neglect, racism, death of an infant, infant loss, death, maternal loss, mature and stressful themes.*Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources Center for Black Maternal Health & Reproductive Justice:https://blackmaternalhealth.tufts.edu/Center for Black Maternal Health & Reproductive Justice Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/cbmhrj_tufts/Center for Black Maternal Health & Reproductive Justice Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/CBMHRJTufts/Center for Black Maternal Health & Reproductive Justice LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/cbmhrjtufts/Sources: Addressing Transportation Barriers to Improve Healthcare Access in Arizonahttps://repository.arizona.edu/handle/10150/674794 Advancing Health Equity and Value-Based Care: A Mobile Approachhttps://info.primarycare.hms.harvard.edu/perspectives/articles/mobile-clinics-in-the-us-health-system#:~:text=Mobileclinicsareaproven,thecriticalweeksafterbirth American College of Nurse Midwiveshttps://midwife.org/ American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)https://www.acog.org/ Birth Centers in Massachusettshttps://baystatebirth.org/birth-centers A Brief History of Midwifery in Americahttps://www.ohsu.edu/womens-health/brief-history-midwifery-america Clinical outcomes improve when patient's and surgeon's ethnicity match, study showshttps://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/clinical-outcomes-patients-surgeons-concordanceThe Controversial Birth of American Gynecologyhttps://researchblog.duke.edu/2023/10/27/the-controversial-birth-of-american-gynecology/ 'Father Of Gynecology,' Who Experimented On Slaves, No Longer On Pedestal In NYChttps://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2018/04/17/603163394/-father-of-gynecology-who-experimented-on-slaves-no-longer-on-pedestal-in-nyc Governor Healey Signs Maternal Health Bill, Expanding Access to Midwifery, Birth Centers and Doulas in Massachusettshttps://www.mass.gov/news/governor-healey-signs-maternal-health-bill-expanding-access-to-midwifery-birth-centers-and-doulas-in-massachusetts#:~:text=GovernorHealeySignsMaternalHealthBillCExpanding,ExecutiveOfficeofHealthandHumanServices Governor Murphy Signs Bill Establishing Maternal and Infant Health Innovation Centerhttps://www.nj.gov/governor/news/news/562023/approved/20230717a.shtml Helping Mothers and Children Thrive: Rethinking CMS's Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Modelhttps://www.milbank.org/quarterly/opinions/helping-mothers-and-children-thrive-rethinking-cmss-transforming-maternal-health-tmah-model/#:~:text=TheTransformingMaternalHealth(TMaH)Model&text=TheTMaHModelfocuseson,midwiferyservicesanddoulacare The Historical Significance of Doulas and Midwiveshttps://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/historical-significance-doulas-and-midwivesInfant Health and Mortality and Black/African Americanhttps://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/infant-health-and-mortality-and-blackafrican-americans#:~:text=In2022%2Ctheinfantmortality,Figure2 Legislature Passes Comprehensive Maternal Health Billhttps://malegislature.gov/PressRoom/Detail?pressReleaseId=136Life Story: Anarcha, Betsy, and Lucyhttps://wams.nyhistory.org/a-nation-divided/antebellum/anarcha-betsy-lucy/Management of Postpartum Hemorrhage in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: Emergency Need for Updated Approach Due to Specific Circumstances, Resources, and Availabilitieshttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11643001/#:~:text=EtiologyandRiskFactorsof,insufficienttreatment%E2%80%9D%5B50%5D March of Dimeshttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/about-us Maternity Care Deserthttps://www.marchofdimes.org/peristats/data?top=23 Maternal deaths and mortality rates by state, 2018-2022https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/maternal-mortality/mmr-2018-2022-state-data.pdf Maternal Mortality in the United States After Abortion Banshttps://thegepi.org/maternal-mortality-abortion-bans/#:~:text=In2023%2CTexas'smaternalmortality,suffermaternaldeathin2023 Maternal Mortality in the U.S Declined, though Disparities in the Black Population Persisthttps://policycentermmh.org/maternal-mortality-in-the-u-s-a-declining-trend-with-persistent-racial-disparities-in-the-black-population/Maternal Mortality Is on the Rise: 8 Things To Knowhttps://www.yalemedicine.org/news/maternal-mortality-on-the-rise Maternal Mortality: How the U.S. Compares to Other Rich Countrieshttps://www.usnews.com/news/best-countries/articles/2024-06-04/how-the-u-s-compares-to-other-rich-countries-in-maternal-mortalityMaternal Mortality Rates in the United States, 2021https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/hestat/maternal-mortality/2021/maternal-mortality-rates-2021.htm#:~:text=In2021%2C1%2C205womendied,20.1in2019(Table) Medical Exploitation of Black Womenhttps://eji.org/news/history-racial-injustice-medical-exploitation-of-black-women/National Midwifery Institutehttps://www.nationalmidwiferyinstitute.com/midwifery National Counsel of State Boards of Nursinghttps://www.ncsbn.org/North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)https://narm.org/ Outcome of subsequent pregnancies in women with complete uterine rupture: A population-based case–control studyhttps://obgyn.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/aogs.14338#:~:text=outcomesarerare.-,1INTRODUCTION,experienceacompleteuterinerupture.&text=Completeuterineruptureisdefined,completeruptureofthemyometrium Pregnancy-Related Deaths: Data From Maternal Mortality Review Committees in 36 U.S. States, 2017–2019https://www.cdc.gov/maternal-mortality/php/data-research/mmrc-2017-2019.html Preterm Birthhttps://www.cdc.gov/maternal-infant-health/preterm-birth/index.html#:~:text=Pretermbirthrates&text=In2022%2Cpretermbirthamong,orHispanicwomen(10.1%25) Racial Disparities in Maternal and Infant Health: Current Status and Efforts to Address Themhttps://www.kff.org/racial-equity-and-health-policy/issue-brief/racial-disparities-in-maternal-and-infant-health-current-status-and-efforts-to-address-them/The Racist History of Abortion and Midwifery Banshttps://www.aclu.org/news/racial-justice/the-racist-history-of-abortion-and-midwifery-bans Reducing Disparities in Severe Maternal Morbidity and Mortalityhttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5915910/#:~:text=Severemorbidityposesanenormous,ofseverematernalmorbidityevents State investigating Dallas birth center and midwives, following multiple complaints from patientshttps://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/investigates/state-investigating-dallas-birth-center-midwives-following-multiple-complaints-from-patients/287-ea77eb18-c637-44d4-aaa2-fe8fd7a2fcef The State of Telehealth Before and After the COVID-19 Pandemichttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9035352/ Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ U.S. maternal death rate increasing at an alarming ratehttps://news.northwestern.edu/stories/2024/03/u-s-maternal-death-rate-increasing-at-an-alarming-rate/Which states have the highest maternal mortality rates?https://usafacts.org/articles/which-states-have-the-highest-maternal-mortality-rates/ Why Equitable Access to Vaginal Birth Requires Abolition of Race-Based Medicinehttps://journalofethics.ama-assn.org/article/why-equitable-access-vaginal-birth-requires-abolition-race-based-medicine/2022-03 Zucker School of Medicine, Amos Grunebaum, MDhttps://faculty.medicine.hofstra.edu/13732-amos-grunebaum/publications *SWW S23 Theme Song & Artwork: Thank you so much to Emily Wolfe for covering Glad Rag's original song, U Think U for us this season!Hear more from Emily Wolfe:On SpotifyOn Apple Musichttps://www.emilywolfemusic.com/instagram.com/emilywolfemusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S23 cover art is by the Amazing Sara 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Dr. Uché Blackstock is an emergency medicine physician and thought leader whose work is deeply woven with both personal and professional experiences, dedicated to addressing the impact of inherited racism and social ideas of difference within healthcare institutions. She attended Harvard University for her undergraduate degree and medical school. As the founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity, she leads a transformational organization focused on partnering with health systems to understand implicit bias, enforce accountability and promote cultural competence. Dr. Blackstock's groundbreaking book, Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine, quickly became a New York Times Bestseller, highlighting the urgent need to dismantle racial inequities through the voices of those affected. In today's episode, host Shay Beider and Dr. Blackstock explore the urgent need for conversations around implicit bias in medicine. Dr. Blackstock shares how honoring her mother's voice and story sheds light on the barriers in medicine that transcend individual effort or excellence. The pair discuss the racialized legacy embedded in medical education and practice, and how deeply rooted biases continue to create harmful health outcomes for patients today. Dr. Blackstock challenges healthcare professionals to move beyond performative niceness, confront uncomfortable truths, and examine data that reveal alarming disparities. Shay and Dr. Blackstock also discuss that systemic change is possible and is rooted in understanding, compassion, and cultural humility. Transcripts for this episode are available at: https://www.integrativetouch.org/conversations-on-healing    Show Notes: Find out more about Dr. Blackstock Check out more on Advancing Health Equity Read Dr. Blackstock's book here   This podcast was created by Integrative Touch (InTouch), which is changing healthcare through human connectivity. A leader in the field of integrative medicine, InTouch exists to alleviate pain and isolation for anyone affected by illness, disability or trauma. This includes kids and adults with cancers, genetic conditions, autism, cerebral palsy, traumatic stress, and other serious health issues. The founder, Shay Beider, pioneered a new therapy called Integrative Touch™Therapy that supports healing from trauma and serious illness. The organization provides proven integrative medicine therapies, education and support that fill critical healthcare gaps. Their success is driven by deep compassion, community and integrity.  Each year, InTouch reaches thousands of people at the Integrative Touch Healing Center, both in person and through Telehealth. Thanks to the incredible support of volunteers and contributors, InTouch created a unique scholarship model called Heal it Forward that brings services to people in need at little or no cost to them. To learn more or donate to Heal it Forward, please visit IntegrativeTouch.org    

Advancing Health Equity with Jolie Ritzo of Civitas Networks for Health On this episode, host Tom Testa sits down with Jolie Ritzo, interim CEO of Civitas Networks for Health. Jolie shares her journey in public health, her commitment to underserved communities, and how Civitas is driving health equity. She also offers a preview of the upcoming Civitas Annual Conference and what attendees can expect. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Colleen Ereditario, MPH, RD, LDN, program manager, shares how the “Food as Medicine” approach of Allegheny Health Network (AHN) addresses food insecurity and guides patients to improve their health.

And here we are, at the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy Annual for a 2nd year in row for a special “on the road” episode of Pharmacy Friends.  This year, AMCP is in Houston with more than 6,000 managed care pharmacy and health care industry professionals in attendance. And thought leaders from Prime Therapeutics are also on hand to present 7 research posters and several education sessions based on our integrated medical and pharmacy claims data. This episode will help you gain clarity on the real-world impact of GLP-1 drugs, understand how predictive modeling can help identify members enrolled in Medicare Part D at risk of large increases in prescription drug spending, and other trends shaping the health care industry.We also have two up and coming researchers share their experience taking their first steps in the managed care space and their careers. (00:00) Introduction(01:05) 2024 JMCP “Article of the Year” Award for Excellence(06:46) Latest GLP-1 research(15:56) Accelerated Drug Approval Program (28:00) PBM and Medical Pharmacy Industry Trends(41:17) Medicare Member Drug Cost Predictive Model: Creation and Feature Engineering (50:32) Advancing Health Equity in Food Allergy Prevention and Treatment: Bridging Gaps in Care and Knowledge(55:22) Legislative Impacts on Site of Service: What is the Big Deal?(1:00:07) The next generation of managed care professionals

Dorothy Hung, Ph.D., Director of the Center for Lean Engagement & Research (CLEAR) at the University of California – Berkley shares the results from research done on advancing health equity and leader practices. These findings will also be presented in a published paper.

February is Heart Month. We kicked off this very important month by inviting theAmerican Heart Association to stop by the show to discuss the importance of heart health for women. We had apowerful discussion withDr. Stephanie Brown, board-certified emergency physician and Medical Director ofSutter Health's Institute for Advancing Health Equity.During the conversation, we covered:Women's heart health & why it's critical for women of colorKnowing the signs. Taking action. Protecting your heart.The life-saving importance of Hands-Only CPRJoin us in raising awareness forwomen's heart health by spreading the message thatheart disease is the #1 killer of women—but it's also preventable!

In this episode,  Celina Cunanan, MSN, APRN-CNM - Chief Diversity, Equity and Belonging Officer at University Hospitals discusses innovative initiatives like the UH Food for Life Markets, the importance of health equity, and strategies for creating a culture of belonging. Celina shares her vision for the future, challenges in DEI, and how UH is driving meaningful change in communities and the healthcare workforce.

This time on Code WACK! For the second episode in our two-part series on racism in medicine, in honor of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr, we're asking the question: What is racially concordant care and how does it help save lives? What else can be done to reduce deadly disparities in medicine? To find out, we spoke to Dr. Uché Blackstock. Blackstock, author of the New York Times best-selling book “Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine,” which is now available in paperback. She's also the founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity, an organization that aims to dismantle racism in healthcare and narrow racial health inequities. Blackstock was named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People in Global Health and one of the Top 13 Innovators Shaping the Future of Health by Fortune Magazine.

This time on Code WACK! For the second episode in our two-part series on racism in medicine, in honor of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr, we're asking the question: What is racially concordant care and how does it help save lives? What else can be done to reduce deadly disparities in medicine? To find out, we spoke to Dr. Uché Blackstock. Blackstock, author of the New York Times best-selling book “Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine,” which is now available in paperback. She's also the founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity, an organization that aims to dismantle racism in healthcare and narrow racial health inequities. Blackstock was named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People in Global Health and one of the Top 13 Innovators Shaping the Future of Health by Fortune Magazine.

This time on Code WACK!    For the second episode in our two-part series on racism in medicine, in honor of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr, we're asking the question: What is racially concordant care and how does it help save lives? What else can be done to reduce deadly disparities in medicine?    To find out, we spoke to Dr. Uché Blackstock. Blackstock, author of the New York Times best-selling book “Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine,” which is now available in paperback.  She's also the founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity, an organization that aims to dismantle racism in healthcare and narrow racial health inequities. Blackstock was named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People in Global Health and one of the Top 13 Innovators Shaping the Future of Health by Fortune Magazine.   Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more!

This time on Code WACK! In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of equality and justice for all, we welcome Dr. Uché Blackstock, author of the New York Times bestselling book “Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine.” Trained as an ER physician, the Harvard Medical School graduate is founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity, an organization that aims to dismantle racism in healthcare and narrow health inequities.

This time on Code WACK! In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of equality and justice for all, we welcome Dr. Uché Blackstock, author of the New York Times bestselling book “Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine.” Trained as an ER physician, the Harvard Medical School graduate is the founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity, an organization that aims to dismantle racism in healthcare and narrow health inequities.

This time on Code WACK!    In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of equality and justice for all, we welcome Dr. Uché Blackstock, author of the New York Times bestselling book “Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine.”  Trained as an ER physician, the Harvard Medical School graduate is founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity, an organization that aims to dismantle racism in healthcare and narrow health inequities.   Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more!  

Today, we do a deep dive into psychedelic-assisted therapy with Jessica Tracy, head of Growth and Partnerships at Enthea. She shares how employers and unions can support mental health and address access barriers to evidence-based ketamine treatments.

Respectful, patient-centered communication can play a huge role in improving health outcomes and helping eliminate health disparities.  In today's episode hosted by Movement Is Life's Conchita Burpee, we explore the critical elements of effective, patient-centered communication. Our guests: Dr. Mauvareen Beverley, an executive-level physician with 20 years of experience advocating for improving patient engagement and cultural competency and the author of the book, “Nine Simple Solutions to Achieve Health Equity: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals and Patients”  Dr. Janet Austin, the founder of JSA Chronic Disease Foundation, a national nonprofit aimed at providing resources and support to help people who experience pain due to chronic diseases have a better life. Beverley says effective doctor-patient communication starts with heightened human value for each patient, regardless of their background or circumstances: “Everybody talks about being respectful and this and that, but if you don't value me, you think respect is going to come into your mind or your brain?” Austin shares her personal experience as a lifelong chronic disease patient in explaining how small acts of kindness from healthcare providers can go a long way. “I was having a really rough time just a few months ago, and of course, I'm there to talk with [my internal medicine doctor], and I'm crying,” Austin says. “She actually said, ‘Janet, I'm going to go ahead and book you to come back to see me in three months, I'm just going to make time for me to listen.' And I just… I left so optimistic because someone said that they wanted to listen.”  Never miss an episode – be sure to subscribe to The Health Disparities podcast from Movement Is Life on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Rachael Drake, pharmacy technician coordinator, University of Kansas Health System, explains how her team collaborates with insurance companies and providers to support patients with non-Hodgkin lymphoma access treatment.

Too many moms and babies are dying in the US! Many of those tragedies are avoidable. We have seen this problem, talked about the problem, and yet, the problem still exists. Poor outcomes can happen because of lack of respect and not listening to what is being said by the patient, especially BIPOC patients.   Today we are speaking to Dr. Renée Canady, a relationship-driven leader and author of the recently published book, “Room at the Table: A Leader's Guide to Advancing Health Equity and Justice.”  She is recognized as a national thought leader in the areas of health inequities and disparities, cultural competence, and social justice. Dr. Canady has been highly influential in broadening the discussion of health equity and social justice while serving on numerous national boards, review panels, and advisory groups.   We wanted to talk with her after we learned what she is doing to advance change for pregnant and birthing women and families in the Detroit area. Join us to learn about her leadership in bringing about positive change for birthing families. She left us with this thought: “Don't get tired of doing the right thing. There will be a benefit to you, to me, and to generations if we don't throw in the towel”.     Listen and Learn:  What it means to look through an equity lens  How productive outrage and righteous indignation can make changes for the better  How these types of conversations impact the life expectancy of mothers and babies  Why we need to understand that the mom is the expert of the mom  What servant leadership has to do with positive change  The difference between power and empowerment  How understanding generational birth experiences can change the current culture of a mom and family  Resources, Mentions & Related Products from InJoy  More about Dr. Canady   To learn more about “Room at the Table,” click here.  Podcasts  Getting Uncomfortable About Health Equity with Natalie Burke   Mama Bird: Serving the Community Through Compassionate Doula Services  Creating Breastfeeding-Friendly Communities   Blogs  Language Justice: Perinatal Education in Multiple Languages Means Healthier Outcomes for All  Walking Across Kenya to Support Safe Births and Secure Families: Reflections and Lessons Learned   Webinars  The Impact of Racism in Healthcare and the Perinatal Period – Part 1  The Impact of Racism in Healthcare and the Perinatal Period – Part 2   

Podcast Evaluation Link |  This episode of the Building Health Equity series, originally a live webinar on 11/12/24, discusses the most pressing concerns and issues related to home health care in Iowa, the communities most impacted by these challenges, the resources and supports available for those in need of home health care services, and strategies to create an equitable and supportive environment for all within the community. After listening, please take a moment to fill out the Podcast Evaluation. Your feedback is important to us as we want to provide you with a better listening experience. For more information on this webinar, our speakers, and an audio transcript, visit the Building Health Equity website.

In this episode of our Advancing Health Equity series, you'll hear from Dr. Joseph Wright, Chief Health Equity Officer at the American Academy of Pediatrics. A nationally recognized expert in pediatric emergency medicine, Dr. Wright has dedicated his career to advancing child health through advocacy, equity and injury prevention, with over 120 publications and numerous awards to his name. Interviewed by Dr. Jacqueline Douge, a pediatrician and leading voice in health equity, this conversation delves into the systemic challenges impacting children's health and explores actionable solutions to close equity gaps. Don't miss this insightful and inspiring discussion!For more information, visit matter.health and follow us on social: LinkedIn @MATTERTwitter @MATTERhealthInstagram @matterhealth

In this episode of Advancing Health Equity, Dr. Maia Hightower, CEO of Equality AI and former Chief Digital Transformation Officer at the University of Chicago Medicine, joins Steven Collens, CEO of MATTER, to explore the transformative role of AI in advancing health equity. With over 20 years of experience in medicine and healthcare leadership, Dr. Hightower shares her expert insights on how artificial intelligence can address disparities and improve patient outcomes. From her time practicing medicine to shaping digital health strategies, she provides a compelling perspective on leveraging technology to create a more equitable healthcare system. Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion on innovation and inclusion.About Advancing Health EquityMATTER's Advancing Health Equity podcast series focuses on unpacking the complexities of health inequities impacting the healthcare system and the health and well-being of individuals and their communities. These 20-30 minute interview-style sessions are meant to take quick dives into critical areas of health equity and answer questions like:What does health equity mean today?Where do current gaps exist in the various areas of healthcare?Where do we see intersections in care?How can technology and innovation be leveraged strategically to positively make a change?For more information, visit matter.health and follow us on social: LinkedIn @MATTERTwitter @MATTERhealthInstagram @matterhealth

Dr Elizabeth Warner, chief medical officer at CDPHP, discusses how Wellness Way's focus on patient experience, community partnerships, and integration of physical and mental health care services sets it apart from traditional hospital-based care.

On this episode of Momentum: A Race Forward Podcast, Race Forward President Glenn Harris speaks with Dr. Aletha Maybank, Chief Health Equity Officer and Senior Vice President at the American Medical Association (AMA), to explore the transformative work underway to advance health equity in the United States. The discussion underscores the AMA's pivotal role as the trailblazer sponsor of the Facing Race 2024 conference in St. Louis, Missouri. The upcoming conference will spotlight the AMA's efforts by hosting a session in the National Health Equity Grand Rounds, designed to foster a deeper national dialogue on health disparities and equity-driven healthcare solutions.Dr. Maybank recounts her journey since assuming her role in 2019, focusing on the comprehensive strategies she has implemented to embed health equity into every facet of the American Medical Association's policies and daily operations. Her leadership reflects a mission to reshape organizational culture, shifting the American Medical Association's focus toward health equity as a core priority and collective responsibility. This effort, intensified by the dual crises of the COVID-19 pandemic and the public outrage following George Floyd's murder, addresses the need for structural and systemic reforms in healthcare to combat longstanding inequities.A key initiative discussed is the Rise to Health Coalition—a wide-reaching collaborative effort uniting healthcare systems, professional societies, and advocacy groups with the goal of dismantling entrenched inequities within the medical field. Dr. Maybank provides detailed insights into the coalition's initial accomplishments, such as identifying and eliminating discriminatory algorithms in healthcare that have historically resulted in biased patient care and outcomes. She outlines ongoing reforms that aim to address inequitable healthcare structures and reshape how care is delivered across the nation.The conversation also critiques dominant societal narratives that frame health as primarily a matter of individual responsibility. Dr. Maybank challenges these narratives, emphasizing the need to recognize and address social determinants of health, such as poverty, housing, and systemic discrimination, which disproportionately impact marginalized populations. This paradigm shift is crucial to developing equitable healthcare systems that prioritize collective well-being and access.Dr. Maybank also shares the challenges and resistance she faces in her leadership role, including navigating personal threats and opposition to her equity-driven agenda. She reflects on the need for resilience, solidarity, and finding moments of joy in the struggle for systemic change. Her reflections on leadership, partnership, and the American Medical Association's  ongoing National Health Equity Grand Rounds reveal how cross-sector collaboration and community-building are essential in driving sustainable change in healthcare.Resources: Dr. Aletha Maybank (American Medical Association) https://bit.ly/4etnuGZNational Health Equity Grand Rounds (Registration Link) https://www.healthequitygrandrounds.org/“Q&A: AMA's chief health equity officer on ridding medicine of racial essentialism” (via Stat News)https://bit.ly/3YHzKxO“From process to outcome: working toward health equity” (via Nature Journal) https://bit.ly/3US8vPP

In this episode, Valerie Martinez, chief health equity officer, Blue Shield of California's Promise Health Plan, shares her journey in healthcare and her role in bridging clinical and managed care to promote health equity. Valerie discusses the critical initiatives she leads, including the integration of health equity across services, community resource centers, and mobile mammography clinics, to improve access and outcomes for California's Medi-Cal population.

In this episode of the IDD Health Matters Podcast, host Dr. Craig Escudé is joined by Julie Foster Hagan, Louisiana's State Director of Developmental Disability Services. Recorded live from the NASDDDS conference, Dr. Escudé and Julie discuss the vital work being done to enhance health equity and employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Julie shares insights into Louisiana's health equity initiatives, including a strategic focus on data collection and the role of Health Equity Action Teams within the state's Department of Health. She highlights the impact of the American Rescue Plan Act, enabling projects focused on improving service accessibility and vocational programs. Julie also delves into the importance of integrating people with disabilities into the broader community, emphasizing dignity, respect, and person-centered support. She discusses Louisiana's innovative programs, such as Operation House Call, which trains medical residents to better understand the unique experiences of individuals with disabilities. The episode wraps up with Julie's three key insights on advancing support and advocacy in the field, including promoting community awareness, expanding employment opportunities, and honoring individual choice in all aspects of life. Tune in for an inspiring look at transformative initiatives that aim to foster a more inclusive and supportive community for all.

In this episode of the IDD Health Matters Podcast, host Dr. Craig Escudé is joined by Julie Foster Hagan, Louisiana's State Director of Developmental Disability Services. Recorded live from the NASDDDS conference, Dr. Escudé and Julie discuss the vital work being done to enhance health equity and employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Julie shares insights into Louisiana's health equity initiatives, including a strategic focus on data collection and the role of Health Equity Action Teams within the state's Department of Health. She highlights the impact of the American Rescue Plan Act, enabling projects focused on improving service accessibility and vocational programs. Julie also delves into the importance of integrating people with disabilities into the broader community, emphasizing dignity, respect, and person-centered support. She discusses Louisiana's innovative programs, such as Operation House Call, which trains medical residents to better understand the unique experiences of individuals with disabilities. The episode wraps up with Julie's three key insights on advancing support and advocacy in the field, including promoting community awareness, expanding employment opportunities, and honoring individual choice in all aspects of life. Tune in for an inspiring look at transformative initiatives that aim to foster a more inclusive and supportive community for all.

Join the dialogue - text your questions, insights, and feedback to The Dignity Lab podcast.Episode ResourcesBraiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants, by Robin Wall KimmererFilled to be Emptied: The Path to Liberation for Privileged People, by Brandan J. RobertsonFor Her Own Good: 150 Years of the Experts' Advice to Women, by Barbara Ehrenreich and Deirdre EnglishHow Not to Be Afraid: Seven Ways to Live When Everything Seems Terrifying, by Gareth HigginsRoom at the Table: A Leader's Guide to Advancing Health Equity and Justice, by Renée Branch Canady Exploring what it means to live and lead with dignity at work, in our families, in our communities, and in the world. What is dignity? How can we honor the dignity of others? And how can we repair and reclaim our dignity after harm? Tune in to hear stories about violations of dignity and ways in which we heal, forgive, and make choices about how we show up in a chaotic and fractured world. Hosted by physician and coach Jennifer Griggs.For more information on the podcast, please visit www.thedignitylab.com.For more information on podcast host Dr. Jennifer Griggs, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/.For additional free resources, including the periodic table of dignity elements, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/resources/.The Dignity Lab is an affiliate of Bookshop.org and will receive 10% of the purchase price when you click through and make a purchase. This supports our production and hosting costs. Bookshop.org doesn't earn money off bookstore sales, all profits go to independent bookstores. We encourage our listeners to purchase books through Bookshop.org for this reason.

Rucha Shah attained her Master of Science degree in Clinical Research Organization and Management from the Drexel University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. She further completed certificate coursework in Advancing Health Equity from ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group and Research Advocacy Network as well as certificate coursework in Artificial Intelligence in Pharma and Biotech from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Currently, Ms. Shah works as a clinical research project manager within the oncology space, an area in which she has a decade of experience. She has proven experience in managing study teams and study sites as well as working collaboratively with various functional teams to meet study deliverables. Additionally, Ms. Shah's passion lies in advocating for accessible healthcare and improving health outcomes for the broader patient community, especially the next generation of patients. Currently, Ms. Shah leads an advocacy group for patients and caregivers at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Hospital of University of Pennsylvania. She also collaborates with like-minded organizations and pharmaceutical companies on bringing forth initiatives which make meaningful connections within the disease community, improve the quality of life for patients and to increase awareness within the larger community. She strives to apply the "lessons learned" from her patient advocacy experiences to her professional work by building the trials to be more patient centric and accessible. Recent Works: Woolford T, Andemariam B, Blaylark R, Colasanti R, Shah N, Jonassaint C, Trimnell C, Sheth S, Davis J, Gallagher E, Zaidi AU, John H, Shah R. Setting Industry Standards for Patient Engagement, Partnership and Care: The Patient Vision Project. Poster and Oral presentation at NORD. October 16, 2023. Washington DC, USA.

In this episode of Centering Health Equity, we speak with Dr. Sheldon Fields, President of the National Black Nurses Association, and Dr. Tina Loarte-Rodriguez, Executive Director of the Connecticut Center for Nursing Workforce about the unique role nurses have in advancing health equity. We discuss the importance of patient centered care, addressing health inequities at the system level, and the key opportunities nurses have to promote health equity. Both of our guests highlight the difficult challenges the nursing profession faces as a whole and share further challenges that nurses from marginalized groups can face. 

Moving the needle on health care access and health disparities is no easy task. Inequities for people of color are embedded in the U.S. health system, shaping their health care journeys and often leading to outcomes worse than those experienced by white Americans. That's where Dr. Chris Pernell, director of the NAACP's Center for Health Equity, comes in. “Sometimes you got to make those systems bend, and other times you got to disrupt those systems, innovate and invent, and create and design.” In this episode of The Dose podcast, host Joel Bervell talks to Dr. Pernell about her work on health equity, the systems that need to be disrupted, and the innovations needed to build a more inclusive health system.

Two guest editors of the supplement, Dr. Lanre Falusi and Dr. Julie Linton, discuss the recent supplement and role of the academic pediatric community in the health of children in immigrant families. The full issue is open access here: https://www.academicpedsjnl.net/issue/S1876-2859(24)X0006-6  

In this episode, Brandon Buchanan, FACHE, System Assistant Vice President of Health Equity and Operations at Endeavor Health, discusses innovative strategies to close care gaps using data-driven approaches and technology. He shares impactful projects and lessons from leading health equity initiatives across the system's diverse patient population.

Delia Orosco, MS, director of Community Wellness Centers at Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP), shares insight into innovative initiatives like the mobile mammogram clinics.

Making a memorable repeat appearance on the Healthcare Experience Matters Podcast this week is Shari Gold. We dive into the extremely important topic of strengthening health equity to enhance healthcare quality. We also explore the nuances of how equity and quality are intertwined—and inseparable—in healthcare. Shari is a dedicated leader in the healthcare sector with a proven track record of serving others. She currently holds the position of Senior Vice President for Regulatory Compliance and the Chief Quality & Equity Officer at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in New Jersey. Learn More: https://healthcareexperience.org/health-equity-improved-quality 

Karl Ensign, ASTHO Vice President of Island Support, talks about the work to address COVID-19 health disparities in the U.S. territories and freely associated states; Christina Severin, ASTHO Director of Public Health Law, summarizes several recent Supreme Court decisions that could affect public health; and you can still ask your questions about the new Data Modernization Implementation Center Program at an upcoming office hours opportunity. American Journal of Public Health Article: Reducing COVID-19 Health Disparities in the Territories and Freely Associated States Journal of Public Health Management and Practice Article: Defining and Advancing Health Equity in the US Territories and Freely Associated States ASTHO Blog Article: Public Health Full-Court(s) Press PHIG Web Page: Data Modernization Implementation Center Program  

Chris Barton, senior director of Integrated Systems of Care & Network Innovation at Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, discusses how the Youth Behavioral Health Strategy program focuses on addressing the specific needs of youth with mental health and substance use issues through a comprehensive approach

In early 2020, the world witnessed the rapid spread of a pandemic that brought many industries to a standstill, but the healthcare system remained overwhelmed, exposing deep-seated issues within it. One of the stark realities brought to the forefront was the persistent health inequities that disproportionately affect Black people. As the healthcare system buckled under the weight of COVID-19, it also unveiled the long-standing racial disparities in medical care.Amid this crisis, Dr. Uché Blackstock emerged as a leading voice, one of the first to raise awareness about racial health inequities during the pandemic. Through her consulting firm, Advancing Health Equity, and her bestselling memoir Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine, Dr. Blackstock confronts systemic racism in healthcare and advocates for meaningful change.In this episode of Branding Room Only, Paula Edgar and Dr. Blackstock dive into her inspiring journey from Brooklyn to Harvard and beyond, highlighting her battle against racism in healthcare and her passion for public health and equity. Dr. Blackstock shares personal stories, detailing how her upbringing in Brooklyn and her mother's legacy shaped her path, as well as her approach to healthcare equity. They also discuss the profound impact of racial bias in healthcare on Black communities and the need to support Black-led community-based organizations to advance health equity.1:46 - Dr. Blackstock's personal brand and three-word description, favorite quote, and the hype song she plays right before she gives a speech6:19 - How Dr. Blackstock's personal brand and educational journey was shaped by her surroundings and her mother15:17 - Dr. Blackstock's career journey and the effect of expectation on Black women's health22:01 - What inspired her to create her consulting firm and sound the alarm about racial health inequity27:57 - The most challenging barriers Dr. Blackstock has encountered as she tries implementing change in the healthcare system32:12 - The catalyst that inspired Dr. Blackstock to write Legacy and why people (especially students) should read it40:00 - What you can do to support racial health equity and culturally responsive healthcare in marginalized communities42:26 - The dearest role in Dr. Blackstock's life, the uncompromisable aspect of her brand, and the ability she was born with that helps her with public speakingMentioned In How Health Inequity Impacts Black Communities with Dr. Uché BlackstockAdvancing Health Equity | LinkedIn | InstagramLegacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine by Uché Blackstock, MDWeathering: The Extraordinary Stress of Ordinary Life in an Unjust Society by Arline T. GeronimusHarlem Chi Community AcupunctureMy Brother's Keeper (MBK) | My Sister's Keeper (MSK)Sponsor for this episodeTo learn more about Paula and her services, go to www.paulaedgar.com or contact her at info@paulaedgar.com, and follow Paula Edgar and the PGE Consulting Group LLC on LinkedIn.

Our CXO Podcast host Jasmaine McClain brings on special guest Dr. Joseph Betancourt, President of the Commonwealth Fund, to discuss health equity and the work being done to improve healthcare for diverse populations. Dr. Betancourt highlights the role of the Commonwealth Fund in advancing health equity and emphasizes the importance of addressing issues such as primary care, Medicaid payment and reimbursement, and the social drivers of health. Welcome to the Health System CXO Podcast, sponsored by The Health Management Academy, featuring content designed for Health System Nurse Executives, Health Equity Officers and Strategy Executives provided by our company SME's - Anne Herleth, Jasmaine McClain, Ph.D. and Jackie Kimmell. Subscribe today and receive the latest insights from the country's leading Health System CXO experts regularly, helping you remain current and guide your health system strategy with thought leadership and success.The Health System CXO Podcast activates health system leaders towards outcomes and scalable solutions you can implement now.About The Health Management Academy:Since 1998, The Health Management Academy has cultivated the premier community of healthcare's most influential changemakers from the top U.S. health systems and innovative industry partners. We power more than 2,000 health system senior executives and 200 industry organizations through exceptional peer groups, original market insights, world-class leadership development programs and novel member alliances. Our industry-leading programs and solutions enable members to facilitate meaningful relationships, navigate strategic transformation and address critical industry issues. To learn more, visit hmacademy.com and follow The Health Management Academy on ...

This presentation and panel was recorded 8 August 2024. We encourage you to download Michelle Tarver's presentation slides by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠completing the form on this page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Please join us live for future shows for the chance to participate in the chat and ask your own questions! We generally hold one RQM+ Live! panel discussion per month (in addition to more traditional webinars) and you can sign up for these events and more at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Knowledge Center⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠at RQMplus.com. Thank you for tuning in.

In this episode, host Molly Gamble welcomes Tiffany Sullivan, SVP/COO of Physician Services at New York Presbyterian, and Jennifer Moody, Partner at ECG Management Consultants, to discuss initiatives aimed at addressing health equity. They delve into how understanding community access challenges can drive impactful changes, the intersection of long wait times with health equity, and strategies for improving access for underserved populations. Tune in to learn how healthcare leaders can prepare for future patient access needs and interventions centered on equity.This episode is sponsored by ECG Management Consultants.

The FemTech sector has seen major growth in the last 5 years – and as the healthcare industry increases its focus on equity, is only projected to keep growing. In this Women's History Month episode, Jen is joined by Vynamic's Diana Kuritza, Jen Proietti-Fox and HelloGina's Daphne Petrich to discuss the latest trends in FemTech and what it could mean for women's health going forward. Podcast Tags: healthcare, health tech, women's health, women's history month, health equity, digital health Source Links: ·      Make 2023 the year of prioritizing women's health ·      2023 PREDICTIONS—THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE UGLY ·      European FemTech trends and startups to watch in 2023 | With insights from Essity Ventures ·      What To Expect for Femtech in 2023? ·      Despite 2022's headwinds, women's health startups did better than ever before ·      The dawn of the FemTech revolution ·      How FemTech is tackling the female health gap ·      Femtech's Limited Role in Tackling Healthcare Inequity For more information on HelloGina please visit, https://www.helloginahealth.com/ For additional discussion, please contact us at TrendingHealth.com or share a voicemail at 1-888-VYNAMIC. Daphne Petrich, US Business Development Lead at HelloBetter d.petrich@hellobetter.de Jen Proietti-Fox, Director Jen.proietti-fox@vynamic.com Diana Kuritza, Manager Diana.kuritza@vynamic.com Jen Burke, Healthcare Industry Strategist Jen.Burke@vynamic.com

Melissa Clarke, MD, CMQ, the chief health equity officer at Elevance Health, explains "Health Equity by Design" and how Elevance Health is committed to ensuring a personalized and intentional approach for all its members, regardless of race or ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, and geographic or financial access.

The world does not evolve without innovation, yet often innovative ideas and solutions are blocked due to individual, institutional, and structural barriers. To move in a more equitable direction, it takes figuring out how to use whatever the blocks are and turn them into catalysts.Squire Servance understands this when it comes to capitalism and is drawing resources together to support his vision. He's a health equity advocate with a passion for focusing on providing an avenue for accessible, innovative healthcare solutions for all, which he does with his investment firm Syridex Bio.In this episode of the Branding Room Only podcast, you'll learn about how this investment firm is working to change the landscape and advance life sciences for underserved communities. He'll also define what health equity is, discuss his non-traditional approach to acquiring capital to fund ventures, and much more!1:38 - What personal brand means to Squire, three words to describe him, quotes that keep him focused, and his hype song6:46 - The environment that taught Squire about hard work and ambition and got him interested in science9:16 - Squire's pivot from science and medicine to law and business in his education journey and what that says about him13:59 - How Squire's educational background came together early in his career and led to his interest in investing19:50 - How Squire's investment firm focuses on helping underserved communities and where it gets its funding25:31 - What health equity is and why no single institution can achieve it alone30:25 - How to make it easier to pick and juggle opportunities and how that helps with branding33:48 - The legacy Squire wants to have, what he does for fun, two of his non-negotiable brand aspects, and the magic he can give othersConnect With Squire ServanceSquire Servance is the Founder and Managing Partner of Syridex Bio, an impact-driven, life sciences-focused investment firm geared toward investing in and developing therapies that accelerate global health equity. As Managing Partner, he oversees the firm's operations, growth strategy, investment decisions, and fundraising execution.Syridex Bio | LinkedInMentioned In Integrity and Innovation: Squire Servance's Path to Advancing Health Equity2024 Intention and Goal Setting WebinarSubscribe to The Branding Room Only on YouTubeSponsor for this episodeThis episode is brought to you by PGE Consulting Group LLC.PGE Consulting Group LLC is dedicated to providing a practical hybrid of professional development training and diversity solutions. From speaking to consulting to programming and more, all services and resources are carefully tailored for each partner. Paula Edgar's distinct expertise helps engage attendees and create lasting change for her clients.To learn more about Paula and her services, go to www.paulaedgar.com or contact her at info@paulaedgar.com, and follow Paula Edgar and the PGE Consulting Group LLC on LinkedIn.

Kim Zynn, vice president of UPMC Health Plan's provider network and development relations team, shares how physicians can become LGBTQIA+ affirming providers, which is designated within the health plan.

It's no secret that the relationship between Black people and the healthcare system is a fraught one. And as medical racism continues to go unaddressed, we're seeing more and more negative health outcomes for Black patients, including the perpetuation of harmful conspiracy theories and hesitance to seek medical help when in need.  Joining me this week to talk about the history and statistics behind some of these outcomes is health advocate and New York Times Best Selling Author, Dr. Uché Blackstock. Dr. Blackstock is the founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity, an organization created with the mission of partnering with healthcare organizations to dismantle racism in healthcare and to close the gap in racial health inequities. During our conversation, we discuss some of the most prevalent examples of hospital neglect experienced by Black patients, how healthcare systems can better engage with Black communities in order to engender trust, and how Black medical students can find support while studying to become physicians. About the Podcast The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible versions of ourselves. Resources & Announcements Grab your copy of Sisterhood Heals.   Where to Find Dr. Blackstock Advancing Health Equity Website Instagram Twitter Website LinkedIn Read ‘Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine'   Stay Connected Is there a topic you'd like covered on the podcast? Submit it at therapyforblackgirls.com/mailbox. If you're looking for a therapist in your area, check out the directory at https://www.therapyforblackgirls.com/directory. Take the info from the podcast to the next level by joining us in the Therapy for Black Girls Sister Circle community.therapyforblackgirls.com Grab your copy of our guided affirmation and other TBG Merch at therapyforblackgirls.com/shop. The hashtag for the podcast is #TBGinSession.   Make sure to follow us on social media: Twitter: @therapy4bgirls Instagram: @therapyforblackgirls Facebook: @therapyforblackgirls   Our Production Team Executive Producers: Dennison Bradford & Maya Cole Howard Producer: Ellice Ellis Production Intern: Zariah TaylorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Only 2-percent of Black women are physicians, which leaves millions without doctors that look like them. Uché Blackstock MD is the founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity. She joins host Krys Boyd to discuss her family, her mother who was also a Harvard-trained doctor, as well as her sister, and how she's devoted her career to understanding and addressing health inequities of different races. Her book is “Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine.”

The United States is the only high-income country that doesn't have universal health care…AND we have some of the worst health outcomes for all groups of people. Clearly, some part of this system isn't working, especially for folks that are already marginalized. But what's the solution? Dr. Uché Blackstock joins Jonathan for a conversation on equity and racism in the health care industry: what's the history behind it, who's the most impacted, and what can we do to fix it? Dr. Uché Blackstock is a physician and thought leader on bias and racism in health care. She is the founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity, and is a former associate professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine and the former faculty director for recruitment, retention, and inclusion in the Office of Diversity Affairs at NYU School of Medicine. Dr. Blackstock received both her undergraduate and medical degrees from Harvard University, making her and her twin sister, Oni, the first Black mother-daughter legacies from Harvard Medical School. You can follow Uché on Instagram @ucheblackstockmd Her new book Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine is available now. Follow us on Instagram @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on Instagram @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at JonathanVanNess.com. Find books from Getting Curious guests at bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn. Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our associate producer is Allison Weiss. Our engineer is Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to TheQuinCat.com. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are a host of health disparities across the racial divide. Black people are more likely to develop chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease. Black people are also more likely to be diagnosed with fibroids or die from pregnancy complications. One of the factors in these disparities could be a phenomenon known as weathering — the stress of racism literally aging Black people's bodies at a faster rate. Host Jonquilyn Hill discusses this with Dr. Uché Blackstock, the founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity and the author of Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine.  Read More: Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine by Uché Blackstock  Weathering: The Extraordinary Stress of Ordinary Life in an Unjust Society by Arline T. Geronimus  Health in Her HUE  Irth App  Advancing Health Equity  Submit your policy questions! We want to know what you're curious about. Credits: Jonquilyn Hill, host Sofi LaLonde, producer Cristian Ayala, engineer A.M. Hall, editorial director of talk podcasts Want to support The Weeds? Please consider making a donation to Vox: bit.ly/givepodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Uché Blackstock always knew she wanted to be a doctor. Her mother was a physician at Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. Uché and her twin sister, Oni, would often visit their mother at work, watching her take care of patients. And they loved to play with their mother's doctor's bag.The sisters went on to become the first Black mother-daughter legacy students to graduate from Harvard Medical School.SciFri producer Kathleen Davis talks with Dr. Uché Blackstock, emergency physician and founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity, about her new memoir, Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine.Read an excerpt from Legacy at sciencefriday.com.Transcripts for each segment will be available after the show airs on sciencefriday.com. To stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

Uché Blackstock, physician, founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity, and the author of Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine (Viking, 2024), shares the story of becoming, and practicing as, a Black female physician and how race and racism affect healthcare for patients.