Podcasts about Fenway Health

On this week's episode I am super excited to be introducing you to this week's guest all the way from Massachusetts in U.S , Psychotherapist & Gestalt therapist Cindy Blank- Edelman. Cindy has been a licenced mental health professional working for over 20 years after she obtained her Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counselling from Lesley College in 1999. Since then, Cindy has completed 5 years of postgraduate training in Gestalt Therapy at the Gestalt Institute of New England. From the early 2000s, Cindy has worked as a counsellor in a women's domestic violence program, and has nearly 10 years' experience at Fenway Health, a community health centre in Boston that supports the LBTQIA + community. Cindy is a member of the LGBTQIA+ community herself and has a strong commitment to supporting the issues facing people who are queer, transgender or non- binary. Cindy now works in her own private practice where she has been working for over 10 years with clients. Having a particular interest in social justice, sex positivity, body image, eating disorders, trauma and feminism. Cindy uses a Health at Every Size Approach with clients and identifies as being in a lager body. Cindy is also neurodiversity- affirming and aims to help clients challenge internalised beliefs that make people feel disempowered. On this week's episode Cindy will be talking about negative body image, body acceptance and self-acceptance as a way to approach difficulties people face with their bodies. So. lets get into it!Podcast Summary: 1.     Body image is the way you think and feel about your body 2.     Its normal to have negative body image experiences 3.     Choosing to respond or not to respond to body comments 4.     The advantages of liking your body 5.     Body acceptance and self-acceptance Links to Cindy Facebook: Cindy Blank- Edelman, LMHCWebsite: blank-edelman.com Links from the episode and to BodyMatters: BodyMatters Australasia Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bodymatters.com.au/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BodyMatters Instagram: @bodymattersauButterfly Foundation Helpline: Call their National Helpline on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1800 33 4673⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. You can also ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠chat online⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠email

Subscribe to UnitedHealthcare's Community & State newsletter.Guest: Alex Keuroghlian, Director, Division of Education and Trainings, The Fenway Institute, Fenway HealthRhea Boyd, MD, MPH, Pediatrician and Child and Public Health Advocate, interviews Alex Keuroghlian from Fenway Health about the role that identity plays in the health care workforce. They also discuss best practices for creating safe spaces of care for LGBTQIA+ populations and health policies critical to providing nondiscriminatory care.This season is sponsored by Deloitte.Learn more about Deloitte's work with Drivers of Health or the Deloitte Health Equity Institute.Related Links:  Pride and equity (Deloitte)How employers can spark a movement to help us live longer and healthier lives (Deloitte) Health Equity through Analytics (HExA): Literacy and numeracy (Deloitte) Health Insurance Coverage and Access to Care Among LGBT Adults, 2013-19 (Health Affairs)Sexual Orientation, High-Deductible Health Plans, And Financial Barriers To Care (Health Affairs)The views and opinions expressed by podcast speakers and guests are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions of Deloitte or its personnel, nor does Deloitte advocate or endorse any individuals or entities featured on the episodes. Subscribe to UnitedHealthcare's Community & State newsletter.

In this episode, Sex Health Rep Kara interviews Lauren Kourabas from Fenway Health's Violence Recovery Program to discuss the queer intersections of intimate partner violence, as well as resources and healing for queer survivors. This episode was created in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and as such, contains discussion of intimate partner violence. Listen with care. All resources mentioned will be linked below. This episode was produced by Kara Moquin, Lauren Kourabas, and Caroline Lever. This episode was edited and transcribed by Caroline Lever. Fenway Health Violence Recovery Program The Network La Red Tufts CARE Resources List Access fully transcribed episode To learn more about Tufts Sex Health Reps visit: SHR Instagram SHR LinkTree Join our E-List

There has long since been a knowledge gap in medical education regarding care of LGBTQIA+ patients. This has manifested itself in health disparities that detrimentally affect the LGBTQIA+ population. This podcast serves as a way to start bridging the gap on order to mitigate the effects of bias, discrimination, and prejudice that queer patients often face in health care. Research has shown that consistent, early exposure in medical education to patients from the queer community has been beneficial in preparing future practitioners for gender inclusive care. We must also do our parts as pediatricians to make sure our queer youth grow into confident, thriving queer adults.  Join Dr. Farrah-Amoy Fullerton, a recent graduate of the pediatric residency program at MCG, and Professor of Pediatrics, Dr. Lisa Leggio, as they introduce LGBTQIA+ health care disparities and describe ways to bridge the gap for eager general practitioners who would like to know more. CME Credit (requires free sign up): Link Coming Soon! References: Bonvicini, K. A. (2017). LGBT healthcare disparities: What progress have we made? Patient Education and Counseling, 100(12), 2357–2361. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pec.2017.06.003 Fish, J. N. (2020). Future directions in understanding and addressing mental health among LGBTQ youth. Journal of Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology, 49(6), 943–956. https://doi.org/10.1080/15374416.2020.1815207 Nowaskie, D. Z., & Patel, A. U. (2020). How much is needed? patient exposure and curricular education on medical students' LGBT cultural competency. BMC Medical Education, 20(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-020-02381-1 Ormiston, C. K., & Williams, F. (2021). LGBTQ youth mental health during COVID-19: Unmet needs in public health and policy. The Lancet, 399(10324), 501–503. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0140-6736(21)02872-5 Reisman, T., & Goldstein, Z. (2018). Case report: Induced lactation in a transgender woman. Transgender Health, 3(1), 24–26. https://doi.org/10.1089/trgh.2017.0044 Reisner, S. L., Bradford, J., Hopwood, R., Gonzalez, A., Makadon, H., Todisco, D., Cavanaugh, T., VanDerwarker, R., Grasso, C., Zaslow, S., Boswell, S. L., & Mayer, K. (2015). Comprehensive Transgender Healthcare: The gender affirming clinical and public health model of Fenway Health. Journal of Urban Health, 92(3), 584–592. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11524-015-9947-2 Underman, K., Giffort, D., Hyderi, A., & Hirshfield, L. E. (2016). Transgender Health: A standardized patient case for advanced clerkship students. MedEdPORTAL. https://doi.org/10.15766/mep_2374-8265.10518 Wamboldt, R., Shuster, S., & Sidhu, B. S. (2021). Lactation induction in a transgender woman wanting to breastfeed: Case report. The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, 106(5). https://doi.org/10.1210/clinem/dgaa976 Wylie, K., Knudson, G., Khan, S. I., Bonierbale, M., Watanyusakul, S., & Baral, S. (2016). Serving transgender people: Clinical Care Considerations and Service Delivery Models in transgender health. The Lancet, 388(10042), 401–411. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0140-6736(16)00682-6 The Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law. (2023, July 10). How many adults and youth identify as transgender in the United States? - Williams Institute. Williams Institute. https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/publications/trans-adults-united-states/ https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/takeatest.html Coleman E, Radix AE, Bouman WP, et al. Standards of Care for the Health of Transgender and Gender Diverse People, Version 8. Int J Transgend Health. 2022;23(Suppl 1):S1-S259. Published 2022 Sep 6. doi:10.1080/26895269.2022.2100644 https://pflag.org/ thetrevorproject.org

  Join us for a powerful and inspiring season finale of "Pride in Our Health Podcast," coinciding with Pride Month! In this special episode, we feature the incredible Adrianna Boulin, a visionary leader dedicated to helping people reach their full potential. As the Director of Racial Equity, Social Justice, and Community Engagement at Fenway Health, Adrianna spearheads initiatives that address racial disparities and champion inclusivity and equality. Her commitment to creating spaces where communities can authentically connect and heal is unmatched. Adrianna will share her journey and mission, offering profound insights on authenticity, healing, empathy, racial justice, health equity, and community engagement. We'll also delve into her transformative work at Fenway Health and her impactful role as President of Boston Pride for the People. Discover how she amplifies the beauty, diversity, and intersectionality of the LGBTQIA+ community through empowerment, education, commemoration, and celebration. In this episode, Adrianna discusses planning the annual Pride for the People parade and festival in Boston. She highlights the collaborative efforts that bring together community members, organizations, and leaders to build partnerships and drive positive change. Don't miss this enlightening conversation as we explore the importance of fostering a culture of diversity and equity, and learn how we can all contribute to a more inclusive and unified world. Tune in and be inspired by Adrianna's vision and dedication during this vibrant Pride Month celebration! Pride Month Blog Post with event list: https://fenwayhealth.org/celebrating-pride-month-with-fenway-health-join-us-at-the-pride-parade/    Social Media: Getting to Zero MA IG: https://www.instagram.com/gettingtozeroma/   Fenway Health  Website: www.fenwayhealth.org  IG : https://www.instagram.com/fenwayhealth/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fenwayhealth/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fenwayhealth  

Join us for a powerful and enlightening episode as Fenway Health delves into the crucial topic of Black HIV/AIDS Awareness. With a focus on the theme "Engage, Educate, Empower: Uniting to End HIV/AIDS in Black Communities," a panel of Black staff members at Fenway Health with experience in HIV prevention and treatment come together to lead an insightful discussion. Our guests, including Tarik Spriggs, Optical Sales Associate; Kelvin Powell, Laboratory Research Assistant; Adrianna Boulin, Director of Racial Equity, Social Justice, and Community Engagement; Kimella Dixon, Nurse Manager; and Amika Brewster, AVP of Health Center Operations, bring their expertise and passion to the table as they explore various aspects of HIV prevention and care within Black communities. Throughout the episode, we tackle important topics such as the impact of HIV-related stigma, access to healthcare, mental health considerations, and the prevalent health disparities in the Black community. Together, we strive to destigmatize conversations surrounding HIV/AIDS and empower our communities with knowledge and resources. Tune in to gain valuable insights, learn about innovative approaches to healthcare, and join us in our mission to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all.

March 31st is Transgender Day of Visibility! In our second TDOV episode, we interview Matt Palmer, Fenway Health's Special Events Coordinator. Matt is a proud trans man who loves coffee, the outdoors, books, movies, and animals. He started his career at Fenway as the Community Educator and Recruiter for The Fenway Institute and now he works as the Development Special Events Coordinator. Matt shares his story as a trans man and talks about the important role of trans representation. 

March 31 is International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV), which commemorates the achievements and resilience of transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) people around the world, including our own staff, patients, and supporters.  For Fenway Health and our Trans Health Program, it is also a time to reaffirm our commitment to providing comprehensive, compassionate healthcare and services to all members of the TGD community.  In honor of TDOV, we will be posting two new episodes. In the first one, we interview Steph DeNormand (They/Them), the Manager of the Trans Health Program at Fenway Health and a chapter author for Transgender and Gender Diverse Health Care: The Fenway Guide. Steph's focus throughout their education and academic work has been on queer and trans theory and intersections with feminist pedagogy and medical ethics. They have been working with trans and gender diverse communities their entire professional career, and continue their community and academic work through writing, conferences, and community-driven events. In their position at Fenway Health, Steph has had the privilege of working directly with hundreds of trans and gender-diverse community members in navigating healthcare systems, while simultaneously engaging in the creation and management of educational and support structures for care teams working in the field. The overarching goal of this work is improving the health and wellbeing of all trans and gender diverse people. Tune in for our second Transgender Day of Visibility episode on Sunday, March 31. 

The Pride in our Health Podcast is BACK! February 7, is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day–a day dedicated to raising awareness of the disproportionate impact of HIV on Black Americans and the importance of increasing access to HIV education, testing, treatment, and prevention services. Today's guest is Kelvin Powell, Laboratory Research Assistant at the Fenway Institute. Kelvin Powell is excited to be back at the Fenway Institute, where he is currently working with the Biomedical Research team aiding with Laboratory and Recruitment support on several NIH study grants and COVID-19 Vaccine Trials. Kelvin has experience with educating the community on research by informing the community of latest practices within prevention and biomedical research by breaking down myths about research within the communities of color. Intro and Outro music: https://pixabay.com/music/upbeat-good-vibe-resonance-165302/ Fenway Health Board of Director Application: https://tr.ee/ulQQJ2qJK_ The Pryde Housing Lottery Application: https://www.pennrose.com/apartments/massachusetts/pryde-the/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=application-announcement 

While being diagnosed with cancer alone can put a person under tremendous amounts of mental and emotional stress, the additional burden of outrageously expensive medical care only adds to the strain. Cancer treatment requires more than medicine — families need a roof over their heads and food on their tables to survive. The dramatic rise in the cost of cancer treatments has now given rise to what is being called financial toxicity. On this episode, Liz Geisel, Director of Program Delivery for Family Reach, discusses the psychological stress related to financial toxicity and the role of Financial Navigators who help families discuss their concerns and guide them to community resources. About our Guest, Elizabeth Geisel, MSW Elizabeth Geisel, MSW, is the Director of Program Delivery for Family Reach, where she leads trauma-informed trainings and oversees the team responsible for providing financial support to families facing cancer. Elizabeth has dedicated the last twenty years to the field of social work, specializing in healthcare, mental health, and substance abuse. Her clinical approach focuses on trauma-informed practices, harm reduction, and building collaborative partnerships with patients. Before Family Reach, she worked at several leading Boston-based healthcare organizations, including the Sidney Borum Health Center (now part of Fenway Health), the Institute for Health and Recovery, and Boston Medical Center. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aimatmelanoma/support

Preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and postexposure prophylaxis have recently gotten attention as ways to prevent sexually transmitted infections. JAMA Deputy Editor Preeti Malani, MD, MSJ, discusses postexposure prophylaxis using doxycycline (doxyPEP), with Kenneth H. Mayer, MD, professor of medicine and global health at Harvard and medical research director at Fenway Health in Boston. Related Content: Doxycycline Postexposure Prophylaxis and Sexually Transmitted Infections

On June 10, 2023, Boston will celebrate Pride Month with a citywide parade for the first time since 2019. It's been four years after the COVID-19 pandemic first shuttered Pride celebrations and two years since Boston Pride leadership chose to dissolve the organization amid community criticism over a lack of BIPOC and transgender inclusion. Now, Pride is back with a new name – Boston Pride For The People – and a new mission: To make a Pride celebration that is truly for the entire community. Let's find out more about what's in store for this June.  Today's guest is Adrianna Boulin, Director of Community Impact & Engagement at Fenway Health and the newly appointed president of Boston Pride For The People. 

 Are you looking for a fantastic side gig while doing medical practice? Join Andrew Tisser and Dr. Amy Fogelman as they discuss how to get started in medical expert consulting. Dr. Amy Fogelman owns a company that matches lawyers with the right medical experts for their cases. She shares that a medical expert acts as an educator and should remain unbiased no matter which side hired them. She believes that the keys to getting cases are confidence and doing an excellent job. Tune in to learn more!In this episode, you will learn:·        How did she get started in the expert witness world?·        Can any specialty do expert witness work?·        The goal of being an expert witness·        Her course on performing medical expert work·        The type of physician that should not get involved in this kind of work·        Tips for early career physiciansAbout Dr. Amy Fogelman:Amy G. Fogelman, MD is Board Certified in Internal Medicine with 17 years of experience seeing patients at ambulatory practices in the Boston area. She graduated with a BA in Biology from Wesleyan University in Connecticut and MD from Boston University School of Medicine. She completed her Internship and Residency at Harvard Medical School's Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston and a Chief Residency in Primary Care at the Veterans Affairs Hospital in West Roxbury. She has been awarded prizes in clinical excellence and leadership at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH).Amy's career has been notable for her advocacy efforts. She was the Executive Director of Communications for the COVID-19 Action Coalition of Massachusetts. She now serves on the Board of the Huntington's Disease Society of America's Massachusetts/Rhode Island Chapter. Amy also volunteers as a Member for the Juvenile Substance Abuse and Mental Health Task Force at the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office. Amy also serves in several leadership positions at the Massachusetts Medical Society.Amy is an educator who can communicate about complex medical-legal issues in easy to understand terms. She loves teaching patients, trainees, attorneys, juries and other Medical Experts. She sees patients at Fenway Health in Boston.Connect with Dr. Amy Fogelman:Website : https://amyfogelmanmd.com/                https://medlawconsulting.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyfogelmanmd/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amyfogelmanmd/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amyfogelmanmd/?hl=en Connect with Talk2Medoc on:Website:          https://www.andrewtisserdo.com/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewtisserdo/Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/andrew.tisserInstagram:       https://www.instagram.com/talk2medoc_llc/Twitter:                        https://twitter.com/Talk2MeDocYouTube:        https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0O_Sf3aYLavYaJ_hg7bM8g

October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise public awareness about the impact of breast cancer, show support for those affected by the disease, and encourage regular preventative screenings, such as mammograms. Breast cancer can affect anyone, regardless of sex assigned at birth or gender identity. Studies have shown that LGBTQIA+ people have disproportionately high rates of breast cancer. Many people in the queer and trans community avoid regular medical care, including cancer screenings, due to fears and experiences of discrimination or misgendering in health care settings. This can lead to missed diagnoses and poorer health outcomes. In today's episode, we'll look at ways providers and LGBTQIA+ patients can work together to fight breast cancer. Today's guest is Nandini Choudhury, Reproductive Health Equity Specialist at Fenway Health.

On this episode of the Informonster podcast, Charlie Harp is joined by Janet Campbell, Software Developer and Vice President of Patient Engagement at Epic, Chris Grasso, Chief Information Officer at Fenway Health and Carol Macumber, Executive Vice President at Clinical Architecture to discuss the HL7 Gender Harmony Project. 

Since the early 1990s, Fenway Health's annual fundraising galas have been cornerstones of the greater Boston LGBTQIA+ community's social calendar. The Dinner Party, created in 1992, was a formal and fun evening to raise vital funding for Fenway, to shine a spotlight on women's health, and to throw a fabulous celebration of LBTQIA+ women and honor their many contributions to health care for all. Two years later, Fenway Men's Event was launched. This celebration of philanthropy and community soon became one of the hottest nights out for Boston's LGBTQIA+ community and its allies. Tens of thousands have danced, dined, laughed, and enjoyed our signature events over the years, and we couldn't be more thankful to you all. After two years of virtual events due to COVID-19, the Men's Event and Dinner Party have been reborn as one spectacular evening of celebration and community. The inaugural Fenway Health Gala will be held May 24 at historic Fenway Park. The Dinner Party and the Men's Event are cherished parts of Fenway Health history, and we are excited to see their legacies live on through the Gala. Today's guests are Taylor Brown and Mary Beth McInerney. Taylor and Mary Beth are Co-Chairs of this year's Fenway Health Gala. Taylor is also a former Men's Event Co-Chair, and Mary Beth is a former Dinner Party Co-Chair.

Luke does a detailed breakdown of important information that will help you understand and thus properly advocate for trans people and their rights! Local news story about a trans women - https://youtu.be/O0yxWR3PlYQ Trans boy Ted talk - https://youtu.be/3dTcJAdRDu4 Get connected below! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lukebeasleyofficial/ TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdSfpPHw/ Citations: World Health Organization - https://www.euro.who.int/en/health-topics/health-determinants/gender/gender-definitions American Psychiatric Association - https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/gender-dysphoria/what-is-gender-dysphoria#:~:text=Gender%20dysphoria%3A%20A%20concept%20designated,gender%20diverse%20people%20experience%20dysphoria. Mayo Clinic- https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/gender-dysphoria/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20475262 Cedars Sinai - https://www.cedars-sinai.org/newsroom/most-gender-dysphoria-established-by-age-7-study-finds/ Provincial Health Service Authority - http://www.phsa.ca/transcarebc/child-youth/affirmation-transition/medical-affirmation-transition/puberty-blockers-for-youth#:~:text=There%20are%20no%20known%20irreversible,taken%20puberty%20blockers%20at%20all. NCTE + NGLTF - https://cancer-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/National_Transgender_Discrimination_Survey_Report_on_health_and_health_care.pdf Human Rights Campaign - https://www.hrc.org/news/family-acceptance-saves-lives BMC Public Health - https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-015-1867-2 Life Enhancement Counseling Services - https://lifeenhancementcs.com/blog/pronouns-are-suicide-prevention/ NBC - https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-out/puberty-blockers-linked-lower-suicide-risk-transgender-people-n1122101 Fenway Health - https://fenwayhealth.org/new-study-shows-transgender-people-who-receive-gender-affirming-surgery-are-significantly-less-likely-to-experience-psychological-distress-or-suicidal-ideation/

Over the past two years, America has in many ways been forced to look itself in the mirror. The COVID-19 pandemic laid bare widespread health care inequities and the devastating impact they have on low-income and BIPOC communities. The murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Daunte Wright, and so many other Black folks at the hands of police sparked not just nationwide protests, but a long overdue reckoning with the racism embedded in our society and in our systems of power. In June of 2021, Fenway Health made a bold announcement: As part of its new Strategic Plan, the 50-year-old community health center is making a commitment to being an anti-racist organization. This resolution included the publication of a Racial Action Equity Plan, designed by a team of employees from across Fenway to ensure that racial equity is being addressed in all facets of the organization. But what does it mean to not just denounce racism, but to really commit to the work of anti-racism every day? Today, we'll be speaking with two members of the team that drafted Fenway's Racial Equity Action Plan to learn more. Today's guests are Adrianna Boulin, Manager of Community Engagement, and Tfawa Haynes, Coordinator of Group Psychotherapy Services.

For World AIDS Day, I interviewed two pioneers in HIV/AIDS activism and research: Dr. Kenneth Mayer, Medical Research Director of Fenway Health and a professor of medicine, global health and population at Harvard; and Professor Gregg Gonsalves from the Yale School of Public Health. Ken has been part of AIDS research almost from the beginning, and Gregg is a passionate advocate for underrepresented patients. Both have devoted their careers to furthering HIV/AIDS awareness and public health responsiveness.

December 1 marks World AIDS Day, a time to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and honor those we have lost to the epidemic. In the early days of the AIDS crisis, many of our friends, family, co-workers, and other loved ones were suffering and dying from this horrible disease. Fear and discrimination were prevalent—even in health care—and those with HIV/AIDS had limited options. Today, thanks to incredible advancements in medical treatment, HIV is largely considered to be a manageable chronic illness. But even now, 40 years after the first diagnosis, marginalized people continue to be most at risk for both contracting and dying from AIDS. People who use injection drugs and people who are unstably housed are among the most vulnerable – and the least likely to access medical care. The team at Fenway Health's AIDS Action Green Street location in Cambridge, MA is working to change this, one person at a time. Today's guest is Dr. Julia Fleming, Physician and Clinical Researcher at Fenway Health.

"This transgender walked into the bar..." Cringe. Or, "You can tell he's a man by the apple logged in his throat, no matter what dress he wears!" Cruel, cruel, cruel. These are the types of off-handed, transphobic remarks that can have a painful impact on the person in your office, in the cubicle right next to you that causes us to have to honor, those who are no longer with us on Transgender Day of Remembrance. To help us better understand how to be more accepting and supportive of our transgender brothers and sisters, Trevor Boylston, an expert in LGBTQ+ empowerment, and man who happens to be trans, joins us as we honor Transgender Remembrance Day, November 20th. About Trevor Trevor Boylston is the guy in the cube next to you who brings the ‘everyman' perspective to working in a corporate environment as a transgender individual. Trevor's decision to be open regarding his identity as a transgender man allowed him to develop an open communication path, welcoming questions from colleagues and creating space for growth and learning. With experience driving LGBTQ+ empowerment at a leading medical device company, and volunteer service with a leading LGBTQ+ community health center, Trevor brings an authentic view of how to foster an inclusive culture within a corporate structure. Trevor currently resides in Massachusetts with his wife, toddler, and energetic dog. He works in Supplier Diversity and Sourcing, serves on the Board of Directors for Fenway Health, and founded the Grafton MA LGBTQ+ community organization. He enjoys the sport of curling and spending time creating works of art from stained glass, wood, and acrylic. Connect With Trevor http://www.trevorboylston.com/ (Website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-boylston-4702444/ (LinkedIn) You can also listen to the podcast on… https://apple.co/2RBmUxZ ()https://bit.ly/2UxP9zN ()   https://spoti.fi/2JpvCfg ()https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/rick-clemons/the-coming-out-lounge ()   http://tun.in/pjtKR ()https://bit.ly/30kT4kL ()   https://bit.ly/2FVH55j ()  

This year marks 50 years since Fenway Health was founded by activists and nursing students who shared a common belief: that health care is a right, not a privilege. Fenway's history isn't just about the building of a health center, however – it's about the building of a community. We are forever in debt to the folks who have done – and continue to do - the hard work of community building over these five decades. Today, let's hear one of their stories. Today's guest is Paul Glass. Paul has a long history of working to improve health care for marginalized people and creating community spaces. His work with Fenway includes championing a groundbreaking study on HIV and men of color for The Fenway Institute, and collaborating with the LGBTQIA+ Aging Project to address the needs of queer and trans elders of color. Learn more about the LGBT Elders of Color group at www.lgbteldersofcolor.com.

It has been said that great things come from small beginnings. Here at Fenway Health, our small beginning was in a humble basement clinic, dreamed up by neighborhood activists and staffed by volunteer nursing students. The folks who founded Fenway Health in 1971 had a belief: that health care is a right, not a privilege. As we celebrate 50 years of Fenway Health this year, this is the perfect time to take a look back at some Fenway Health history. Today's guest is Dale Orlando, Executive Director of Fenway Health from 1986 to 1990.

If the past year and a half has taught us anything, it's that community – finding it, building it, and celebrating it – is essential for all of us. It is in that spirit that Fenway Health's Women's Health Team will host the 23rd Annual Audre Lorde Cancer Awareness Brunch virtually on October 16, 2021. The brunch is a vibrant celebration of Black, Indigenous, People of Color, Queer, Transgender, People of Color, non-binary and gender fluid, and LGBTQIA+ community members and their supporters whose lives have been affected by cancer. Let's learn more about this incredible event. Today's guest is Nandini Choudhury, Women's Health Program Coordinator at Fenway Health. REGISTER FOR THE BRUNCH: https://fenwayhealth.org/audre-lorde-brunch

Part of our “Equity in Healthcare” series, Carl Sciortino, MPA, Executive Vice President of External Relations at Fenway Health, says the LGBTQA+ community, like many minority communities, have borne the brunt of COVID19.  Although not always visible in the news, they are seeing the impact on this community in their clinics.  As a longtime champion … Continue reading Equity in Healthcare Series: Fenway Health and Delivering Care for the LGBTQA+ Community →

It has been said that great things come from small beginnings. Here at Fenway Health, our small beginning was in a humble basement clinic, dreamed up by neighborhood activists and staffed by volunteer nursing students. The folks who founded Fenway Health in 1971 had a belief: that health care is a right, not a privilege. As we celebrate 50 years of Fenway Health this year, let’s take a look back at some Fenway history. Today's guest is Tom Martorelli, former Chair of the Fenway Board of Directors during the late 1970s.  

There's one thing we all had to do in some form or another in 2020—pivot! Nowhere is that more clear than when it comes to holding events, especially when those events are a significant driver of income for your organization. No one did that better than the New England Innocence Project. Led by their Director of Development and Communications, Jordan Salvatoriello, with the help of Liz Page and her team at Liz Page Associates, the 2020 event exceeded both their goals for the event and the amount raised the year before! In this episode of Messaging on a Mission, we learn not only how they did it, but what they expect events to look like post-pandemic!   Episode Guests Liz Page  After ten years as a performing artist with the Oregon Mime Theatre, Liz Page moved to Boston in 1982 and began her development career at the Worcester Art Museum. When the AIDS crisis hit she became a dedicated volunteer at the AIDS ACTION Committee. The Committee soon hired her as its first fundraiser and she launched the AIDS Walk – From All Walks of Life. As Walk Manager for the first 5 years, she led the team that raised consciousness and millions of dollars to fight the epidemic. In 1994, Liz opened Liz Page Associates, a fundraising and special event production company that proudly celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2019. Liz and her staff have built a reputation for producing special events for nonprofits, academic institutions, and corporations that not only meet but exceed significant financial, marketing, and employee engagement goals.  As a volunteer leader Liz has served on the boards of The Shared Heart Initiatives, GLAAD (Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation,) Hospice West, and the Hospice on Mission Hill Project, Women's Statewide Legislative Network, and Fenway Health. Jordan Salvatoriello He is the Director of Development + Communications at the New England Innocence Project. Jordan has 20 years of experience in communications, public relations, fundraising, and community outreach. She is an award-winning documentary filmmaker with a proven history of creating and sharing powerful social justice stories that mobilize communities and create change. Jordan specializes in developing and executing communications and development strategies aimed at increasing public awareness of NEIP's mission to correct and prevent wrongful convictions, tapping vital public support, while also providing a forum for exonerees and their family members to share, heal, and inspire action.   Key Takeaways -Approach going virtual as an opportunity, not a hardship -Don't be afraid to mix pre-recorded and live interaction  -Embrace the innovation that's all around us -Invest in high production values   To hear more details about the triumph that was the 2020 event, listen to Liz and her colleague Amanda Harless on the Joan Garry podcast, Nonprofits are Messy. You'll find a link to that episode in the show notes. Creating 5-star events in the virtual age.  https://blog.joangarry.com/ep-126-creating-5-star-special-events-in-the-virtual-age-with-liz-page-and-amanda-harless/   Useful Links -Joan Garry Podcast, https://blog.joangarry.com/ep-126-creating-5-star-special-events-in-the-virtual-age-with-liz-page-and-amanda-harless/ -Liz Page Associates, https://www.lizpageassociates.com/  -New England Innocence Project -New England Innocence Project, https://www.newenglandinnocence.org/  -Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/newenglandinnocence/ -Twitter, https://twitter.com/NEInnocence -Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/newenglandinnocence/ -LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/newenglandinnocence -YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoh4hQbOfJMU6BYBifhnzcg

When we think about messaging, we typically think of what we say about our work to the outside world. Although that's important to be sure, some would argue that what we say internally is just as, if not more, important. In this episode of Messaging on a Mission we hear from Phil Finch, a former VP of communications at a large not-for-profit, Sharon McIntosh, a world-renowned expert in internal communications, and Sara Jackson, executive director of Internal Comms Pro.    Key Takeaways Experience -Internal communications start with the leadership team and the focus with which they run the organization.  -Everyone thinks they can do internal comms. Common Mistakes -Focussing on the channels, not the content -Asking questions of employees too infrequently -Ignoring the leadership team's role -Many people under-communicate. It's really hard to over-communicate in a professional environment. Advice -Employee comms is a continuous process, it's not a one and done. -Two-way communication is critical. Listening is just as important as telling.  -Start small and expand over time as you are able. Five Future of Internal Communications -Superior employee experience, not just words  -Employees expect a consumer-grade experience  -Internal comms professionals as internal digital marketers -Collaboration between functions, such as internal comms and human resources -Messaging internally will require an approach of “intra-preneurship.” Perfection is no longer required.   Useful Links And Then Communications, https://andthencomms.com/ A brief history of Internal Communications, http://blog.tribeinc.com/2015/12/18/a-brief-history-of-internal-communications/ Internal Comms Pro, https://www.internalcommspro.com/   Episode Guests SHARON MCINTOSH. Sharon McIntosh is president of And Then Communications. With more than two decades of communications experience, she has a passion for creating and executing new ideas to drive employee engagement at organizations both great and small. Before starting And Then Communications, she served as PepsiCo's vice president of Global Internal Communications, overseeing the company's efforts to connect with its more than 274,000 employees worldwide. She and her team launched a number of innovative employee initiatives, including the company's first social media training (SMART U), a social tool to share internal news externally, and PepsiCo's award-winning employee ambassador program. Before joining PepsiCo in 2004, Sharon spent a number of years at Sears and Waste Management.    SARA JACKSON  Sara is the Executive Director of The Internal Comms Pro Collective and host of the podcast, Internal Comms Pro: The Podcast. Internal Comms Pro's mission is to collectively raise the value of the internal communications industry. Sara has extensive experience and expertise in internal and external communication and has developed locally- and nationally-recognized engagement programs and partnerships. Prior to starting her own company, Sara worked in both public and private sectors, particularly with the Cincinnati Bengals and the Cincinnati Reds. Sara was recognized as a 40 under 40 award winner, a ranking of the most influential young people in business. Sara resides in Fort Thomas, KY with her two daughters, Gracie and Ella.   PHIL FINCH  Philip Finch is a marketing and communications consultant based in Boston, MA.  Phil has more than 30 years of professional experience helping companies, organizations, and individuals craft award-winning strategies to deliver measurable results. He has worked in several industries including financial services, healthcare, education, technology, and consumer products, where he worked with clients on new product development and introduction, building and growing client relationships through strategic communication programs, and leveraging internet capabilities. For 15 years, Phil was Vice President of Communications at Fenway Health, a healthcare and research organization with a mission to serve the LGBTQAI+ community.  At Fenway, Phil was responsible for a variety of integrated marketing communications functions including, public and media relations, marketing, direct mail, internal and external communications strategies, internet management, and brand development.  He also oversaw the organization's fundraising efforts during a successful $15 million capital campaign. Phil earned a Bachelors Degree from Cornell University and holds a Masters Degree from Emerson College and Vrije Universiteit Brussel, in Brussels Belgium.  

“If you look at any women's organization that started in the 70s, and still is around today, each one of them has their story of how they - if they - made the transition to be trans inclusive.” In this episode of Mirror and a Flashlight, we'll hear from Jess and Jubi, two former Collective members, Terri, a Collective member we heard from back in episode one, and Riley, a community member, all of whom were instrumental in helping CWHC work to become a trans inclusive organization. We'll hear about the challenges, the missteps, and how, through community accountability and good, hard work, CWHC created the Trans Greater Access Project, ensuring its services were trans inclusive and ultimately became a leader in providing trans health care in the midwest. Learn more about Chicago Women's Health Center and this podcast on our website at chicagowomenshealthcenter.orgFollow Us:InstagramFacebookMirror and a Flashlight is made possible by our community of support. Our special thanks to Corbett Vs Dempsey, Women Unite!, Early to Bed, Women & Children First Bookstore, Laura McAlpine Consulting for Growth, and Mats Gustafsson and Catalytic Sound. This podcast was produced by Ariel Mejia and edited by A.J. Barks, Sarah Rebecca Gaglio, and Terri Kapsalis, with additional editorial support from Jess Kane, and Riley Johnson. Special thanks to Cass Adair for the insight and editorial support.The biggest thank you to the tireless and blessed hearts of Jubi Dutcher, Riley Johnson, Terri Kapsalis, CWHC's Clinical Services Committee, and the clients who generously shared their stories with us. And thanks to Sydney Roth, playlist magician extraordinaire.Make our work possible with a donation here.For more information on some of the topics discussed in this episode, we recommend the following resources:CWHC's Extended Resource List: a list of  resources for trans, non-binary and gender expansive folks compiled by our Clinical Services team. If you have questions or concerns about accessing these resources or navigating any of these steps, please give us a call at (773)935-6126.Gender Reveal: a podcast that explores the vast diversity of trans experiences through interviews with a wide array of trans, nonbinary and two-spirit people. The show also serves as a free educational tool for anyone seeking to learn more about gender.Transcripts: a podcast that uses oral histories from the Tretter Transgender Oral History Project at the University of Minnesota to introduce listeners to the trans activists who are changing our world and  puts the transgender movement in context.RAD Remedy: an emerging national organization dedicated to connecting trans, gender non-conforming, intersex & queer people to the care they may need.Fenway Trans Health: located in Boston, Fenway Health's mission  is to enhance the wellbeing of the LGBTQIA+ community and all people in our neighborhoods and beyond through access to the highest quality health care, education, research and advocacy. The Fenway Institute is an interdisciplinary center for research, training, education and policy development focusing on national and international health issues, especially related to LGBTQIA+ communities.Gender Spectrum: a site for medical and mental health professionals, providing professional development and training can help professionals keep up to date with evolving understandings and language of gender, along with the best practices for applying them in  your work with all children, young people and families.Health Care Action Center from the National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE): resources and recommendations to support individuals in advocating for trans-inclusive health careKnow Your Rights from the National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE): resources to support individuals in combating discriminatory health care practices. This page includes some great additional resources towards the bottom, including information on best practices and standards of care.Trans Bodies, Trans Selves: A Resource Guide for the Transgender Community (Oxford University Press, 2014)The Remedy: Queer and Trans Voices on Health Care (ed. Zena Sharman)Bodies and Barriers: Queer Activists on Health (ed. Adrian Shanker)

A year after the COVID-19 virus was first identified, the world is finally seeing its first vaccinations – and with them, signs of hope – that this devastating pandemic could finally come to an end. This is the result of tireless work by researchers around the world. We are proud to say that some of these public health heroes are right here at Fenway Health. Today, we’ll be speaking with one of them about her experiences during our COVID-19 vaccine trials. Today’s guest is Alison McLoughlin, Clinical Research Nurse at The Fenway Institute.

Reprocessing dental instruments can look quite different at each facility-- from the layout and design to who is responsible for reprocessing.  On this episode 4 of Beyond Clean Season 10, we sat down with Johanne Benoit, Sterile Processing Manager and Dental Reprocessing Subject Matter Expert at Fenway Health, to talk about the complexities that surround the dental reprocessing workflow and the industry as a whole. Our conversation covers everything from the current challenges and frustrations faced by dental reprocessing technicians to the training and education opportunities that are available. We even discuss how Johanne is using social media to bring to light critical process improvements and educate dental reprocessing techs around the world.  This is the tip of the iceberg, so adjust your headphones and settle in for this eye-opening conversation.  Season 10 episodes will be available for 5 CE credits at the end of the season. The quiz will be available November 23rd with the final episode.  For access to over 100 other FREE CE approved resources (IAHCSMM & CBSPD) like podcasts, webinars, and virtual conferences, click here: https://www.beyondclean.net/ce-credit-hub  #BeyondClean #WeFightDirty #SterileProcessing #CEs #Podcast #Dental #DentalReprocessing #IFU #Education 

The COVID-19 pandemic has devastated the world on a scale not seen in a hundred years. As we enter the final months of 2020, with cases and deaths continuing to rise across the US, researchers are working round the clock to find a vaccine. Here at Fenway Health, we have recently been activated as a trial site for CoVPN 3502, a new COVID-19 antibody study. How can antibodies be used to potentially stop the spread of COVID-19? Let’s take a look.  This episode's guest is Dr. Kenneth H. Mayer, Medical Research Director at Fenway Health and Co-Director of The Fenway Institute.

In this episode we hear from Julian Dormitzer, Nurse Practitioner and Biomedical Research Team Manager at Fenway Health. Julian's provides direct, patient-centered care to LGBTQ youth living with, or at-risk for, HIV. Listen as Julian discusses her strides to increase access to culturally competent care in communities serving LGBTQ populations. 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/

CONTINUE FOLLOWING OUR SOCIAL MEDIA FOR UPDATES ABOUT THE AVAILABILITY OF OUR RESOURCESAll of our podcasts live at lifeaid.buzzsprout.com.Follow us @berkleehealthandwellness for wellness-related events, info, updates, and giveaways!Leave us a review on Apple Music or Spotify and get a shout-out on next month’s episode!Corona Virus FAQsHow to Keep Yourself and Others Healthy Global Recycling Day is March 18. Find out more at www.globalrecyclingday.com. Info about our Medical Care Partner, Tufts Medical Center, is here.Information about Fenway Health.Physical Wellness Check-In Questions:Do I get enough sleep to feel rested most nights of the week?Do I watch for early signs of sickness and take action to address them?Do I eat regular nutritious meals that give me the energy I need to get through the day?Do I engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity at least 3 times per week?Do I abstain from smoking substances and alcohol or consume in moderation, and do I avoid street drugs?eCHECKUP to go: totally anonymous Alcohol, Marijunana, and Other Drugs screenings.Contact María Cabané at mcabane@berklee.eduSet up an appointment with Ellie Perry by emailing berklee_dietitian@berklee.eduSet up an appointment with Janel Funk, our other nutritionist, here.Make an appointment for Physical Therapy here.Make an appointment for Alexander Technique here.Make an appointment for Body Mapping here.Info about gym memberships and Emerson’s Sports Teams.Written, produced, edited, and music by Elizabeth ZinnRecorded and engineered by Tony Brown and Elizabeth ZinnInterviews conducted with María Cabané, Ellie Perry, and Haley Clay

On this special episode, we’re excited to introduce you to Ellen LaPointe, incoming CEO of Fenway Health. Ellen will be joining us in Boston next month and we look forward to her leadership. Ellen brings to the role tremendous experience in the nonprofit and public health sectors, working in social justice, research, LGBTQIA+/HIV activism and advocacy, health policy, law, and equity. Her passion for and record of achievement in these issues are a perfect match for Fenway’s mission. We are incredibly fortunate that she will lead us at this critical time in the organization’s history. This episode's guest is Ellen LaPointe, incoming CEO of Fenway Health.

The holidays are in full swing, and there are presents to buy, halls to deck, and parties to plan. As exciting as this time of year is, it’s often stressful. For LGBTQ people, the holidays can be especially difficult. Many are estranged from their families or are subject to abuse from homophobic or transphobic relatives. And those traveling back to unsupportive environments may find themselves forced to spend their holidays in the closet. In times of stress, self-care is essential – but what does self-care look like for LGBTQ folks? This episode's guest is Meghan McGrath, Behavioral Health Specialist & Coordinator of Behavioral Health Training at Fenway Health.

There is no doubt that we’ve made incredible progress in the battle against HIV and AIDS. Thanks to medical advancements like anti-retroviral therapy as treatment and PrEP as a hugely effective preventative measure, AIDS is no longer the death sentence it once was and the number of new infections is at an all-time low. Yet research shows that for many, these life-saving advancements have not been accessible. In the Latinx community, as in other communities of color, infection rates remain high and fewer people are getting the care they need to thrive. Why do these disparities exist, and how can we work to improve HIV prevention resources for Latinx people? This episode's guest is Ricky Holguin, Bilingual Outreach Navigator at Fenway Health.

“Looking Back, Loving Forward,” the theme of this year's Boston Pride celebration acknowledges advancements in gay rights and commemorates seminal historical events like the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising. Part of the reflection on LGBTQ history of the last century is the painful absence of what could have been - the blank spaces left by the thousands of people lost during the AIDS crisis, among them trailblazing artists, activists and other cultural icons. The FATHERS Project, a new web series out of San Francisco is imagining a world in which those people never died. Guests: Leo Herrera - San Francisco-based activist, writer, filmmaker and creator of The FATHERS Project. Russ Lopez - Boston History Project board member, historian and author based in Boston and Provincetown, MA. His latest book is The Hub of the Gay Universe: An LGBTQ History of Boston, Provincetown, and Beyond. Harold Du-Four Anderson - Program director at New Hope Transitional Support, Weymouth; Member of the Fenway Health board of directors and former Boston AIDS Action Committee multicultural liaison. Later in the show… The 21st Roxbury International Film Fest, which kicked off last week, includes nearly 70 films focusing on narratives of people of color from around the world. This year's festival is book-ended by two documentaries: "Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am," a deep dive into the celebrated author's life and work, And "Don't Be Nice," which follows a team of young New York City slam poets on their journey to the 2016 National Slam Poetry Championships. Guests: Lisa Simmons – Festival Director at the Roxbury International Film Festival.  Nikhil Melnechuk – New York-based poet, actor and filmmaker and the producer of Don't Be Nice. ———————-—————————————————————————-———————- More UTR: https://www.wgbh.org/news/under-the-radar-with-callie-crossley Follow Callie on Twitter: @CallieCrossley Like UTR on Facebook: facebook.com/UndertheRadarWGBH UTR is produced by Franziska Monahan. Doug Shugarts is our engineer. Under the Radar is a production of WGBH.

It’s the Pridecast! This week, Boston Pride takes over OA on Air ahead of this week’s Boston Pride Parade and Festival. Ann speaks to Boston Pride president Linda DeMarco about all of the festivities and Suzanne talks to Simmons College’s Jo Trigilio about the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots and to Fenway Health’s Athena Vaughn about the life and legacy of Marsha P. Johnson. And then Tom talks about what Pride means to him.

The #MeToo movement has been revolutionary. The testimonies of countless courageous survivors mark a major turning point in the national conversation around sexual assault. While this epidemic is finally getting the long overdue attention it needs, the experiences of LGBTQ survivors are often left out of the narrative. How can we better support LGBTQ survivors? What are their unique challenges? And how does our culture need to change to truly empower survivors?  This episode's guest is Xavier Quinn, Violence Recovery Program Manager at Fenway Health.

At one time considered controversial, Alternative Insemination – commonly known as Artificial Insemination – has made it possible for countless LGBTQ people to realize their dream of becoming parents. Here at Fenway Health alone, our AI program has helped nearly 700 clients conceive. LGBTQ prospective parents have more options than ever, and there is much to consider before starting the journey toward conception. Today, let’s take a look at the basics of AI for LGBTQ folks. This episode features Liz Coolidge, LMHC, AI Program/Family & Parenting Services Coordinator at Fenway Health. For more info on our AI services, as well as a list of resources for LGBTQ parents/prospective parents, please visit https://fenwayhealth.org/care/medical/alternative-insemination.

The transgender and gender diverse community has made some major strides in recent years. Advocates have fought bravely for transgender rights, even against a hostile administration. The media has finally begun spotlighting transgender people and their stories, and more Americans than ever before report knowing someone who is transgender. But has all this progress led to better healthcare for transgender and gender diverse people? What is the state of transgender health in 2019? This episode features Dr. Ruben Hopwood, Coordinator of the Trans Health Program at Fenway Health.

Few health centers are as familiar with what it takes to treat addiction as Fenway Health in Boston, Massachusetts. We spoke with Jane Powers, Interim Chief of Staff and Clinical Social Worker, about how the health center addresses the root causes of substance use disorder. Music: Celestial Navigation by Blue Dot Sessions www.sessions.blue

Our LGBTQ roundtable is back! This week, we discuss how a GLAAD study proclaims gay acceptance is on a downward slide, how to make Boston's LGBTQ events more inclusive, and how Adam Rippon and Gus Kenworthy are using their Olympic platforms to take on the Trump administration. Guests: Sue O'Connell, of NECN and Bay Windows; David Zimmerman, of Boston Spirit magazine; and Dwayne Steward, of The Fenway Institute. In this week's Lagniappe segment: An estimated 20 million American women and 10 million American men will have an eating disorder at some point in their lives. Callie Crossley speaks with two Boston experts about the rise of eating disorders in America and helps to dispel the myths and stereotypes that stigmatize these deadly disorders. Guests: Beth Mayer, of MEDA, and Dr. Jennifer Thomas, of Massachusetts General Hospital. More UTR: news.wgbh.org/UTR Follow Callie on Twitter: @CallieCrossley Like UTR on Facebook: facebook.com/UndertheRadarWGBH

After more than 20 years on the job, could longtime Massachusetts politician William Galvin be unseated by a well-known Boston City Councilor? A Boston University biolab gets the green light to start studying some of the most dangerous pathogens in the world. How are local residents feeling about this? And the iconic Strand Theatre's fate is in flux. What are residents and activists doing to keep the Strand in Uphams Corner? All that and more on this week's local news roundtable! In our Lagniappe segment: Drumming as therapy: that's the mission behind Jonathan Mande's educational and personal-development program called Drums & Wellness. Jonathan spoke with Callie Crossley about the extraordinary circumstances that led to the development of Drums & Wellness and how he became the education and mental-health advocate he is today. Guest: Jonathan Mande, founder of Drums & Wellness. Bonus content and more on our show: news.wgbh.org/UTR Like us on Facebook: Facebook.com/UnderTheRadarWGBH Follow Callie on Twitter: @CallieCrossley

Dr. Alex Keuroghlian, Clinical Psychiatrist and Associate Director of Education and Training Programs at Fenway Health in Boston, joins us for our second podcast in the Health Centers and Addiction series to talk about substance abuse in the LGBT community.

AIDS Lecture with Timothy Cavanaugh, MD, Medical Director of Trans Health, Fenway Health, Boston

I'm excited to have with me today, a fellow member of LeadBoston class of 2015. LeadBoston is an executive education program, that focuses on the inner workings of Boston and socially responsible leadership. I met my guest initially through his work at Fenway Institute which was launched in 2001 by Fenway Health as an interdisciplinary center for research, training, education and policy development focusing on national and international health issues, especially related to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. Currently, he is the Vice President of Multicultural Initiatives and Health Equity at the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, where he is focused on engaging and cultivating community partners in the fight for equitable health outcomes within communities of color. Please join me in welcoming Benjamin Perkins. Visit www.OntheSchmooze.com for show notes and related links.

Click Here for the resources from our interview with Dorie   Stand Out And Live A Full Life "It's part of your unique gift as a human being that you see things differently than other people and it's almost an obligation, one could argue, if you are going to live your life fully you need to step up and share your talents and share your vision!" - Dorie Clark Would you like to make a bigger impact on the world? My friend Dorie Clark - who’s a professor at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business, a contributor to Forbes and the Harvard Business Review, and a former presidential campaign spokeswoman – interviewed more than 50 top thought leaders to understand how they developed their breakthrough ideas and built a following around them. In her new book Stand Out, she’s distilled their wisdom down and created a framework so that regular men and women can follow those same principles to gain more career security, become respected in their company and in their field, and have a greater impact on the world. It's worth it for the great stories alone! If you have an idea or a business you’d like to see gain traction – or you know you’d like to develop one, but aren’t quite sure yet what it is – this book is for you. You can order it here, and also download her free 42-page Stand Out self-assessment workbook. I hope you’ll enjoy Dorie’s work as much as I do! What You Will Learn How to make an impact right where you are! (Hint - you don't need to be rich & famous!!) How to turbo charge your life no matter where you are! That you don't need to be an expert to create an idea that creates huge impact How to inspire others to listen and take action How to identify that ONE idea that will set you apart How to develop a following around your idea! Resources   Bio Dorie Clark is a marketing strategy consultant, professional speaker, and frequent contributor to the Harvard Business Review, TIME, Entrepreneur, and the World Economic Forum blog. Recognized as a “branding expert” by the Associated Press, Fortune, and Inc. magazine, she is the author of Reinventing You: Define Your Brand, Imagine Your Future (Harvard Business Review Press, 2013), which has been translated into Russian, Chinese, Arabic, French, Polish, and Thai. Her most recent book, Stand Out: How to Find Your Breakthrough Idea and Build a Following Around It, was released by Portfolio/Penguin in April 2015. Clark consults and speaks for a diverse range of clients, including Google, the World Bank, Microsoft, Morgan Stanley, the Ford Foundation, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Yale University, the Mount Sinai Medical Center, and the National Park Service. Clark, a former presidential campaign spokeswoman, is an adjunct professor of business administration at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business and a Visiting Professor for IE Business School in Madrid, Spain. She has taught marketing and communications at Tufts University, Suffolk University, Emerson College, HEC-Paris, Babson College, the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler School of Business, and Smith College Executive Education. She has been named to the Huffington Post’s “100 Must Follow on Twitter” list for 2013 and 2014, and to the #Nifty50 list of top women on Twitter. She was also named one of Inc. magazine’s “100 Great Leadership Speakers for Your Next Conference,” and recognized in Forbes as one of “25 Professional Networking Experts to Watch in 2015.” She has guest lectured at universities including Harvard Business School, the Harvard Kennedy School, Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business, the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business, the University of California-Berkeley’s Haas School of Business, Georgetown, NYU, the MIT Sloan School of Management, and the University of Michigan. Her work has been published in the Harvard Business Review Guide to Getting the Right Job and the Harvard Business Review Guide to Networking, and she is quoted frequently in the worldwide media, including NPR, the BBC, and MSNBC. A former New England Press Association award-winning journalist, Clark is also the director of the environmental documentary film, The Work of 1000. She currently serves as co-chair of the Board of Visitors of Fenway Health and is a member of the Board of Overseers for the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. At age 14, Clark entered Mary Baldwin College’s Program for the Exceptionally Gifted. At 18, she graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Smith College, and two years later received a Master of Theological Studies from Harvard Divinity School. Follow her on Twitter@dorieclark. Why I Do What I Do I grew up in a very small town in North Carolina – pre-Internet era – and felt incredibly frustrated with the lack of opportunities and like-minded people. I left home early to head to college, so I could get a jumpstart on doing the things I cared about, like getting a masters degree in theology and becoming a political reporter, presidential campaign spokesperson, nonprofit executive director, and documentary filmmaker. In 2006, I launched my marketing strategy consulting business, and eventually started writing, speaking professionally, and teaching for business schools. I’m passionate about helping others take control of their professional lives and make an impact on the world, and have written two books – Reinventing You and the Stand Out – to help make that a reality. If you’d like to stay in touch and receive my best material electronically, please feel free to join more than 14,000 people with impeccable taste and subscribe to her e-newsletter.

The LGBT community is struggling with equality in more ways than one. Did you know that substance abuse occurs at a higher rate among gay and transgender people than in the general population? We're talking about addiction, recovery, and treatment in LGBT community, with guest Frank Busconi, MPH LISCW of Fenway Health.