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In this episode, Slingshot AI cofounders Daniel Cahn and Neil Parikh join a16z Bio + Health general partner Julie Yoo to explore how their mission to transform mental health care with AI took shape. Drawing from their unique journeys—Daniel as the son of a psychologist and Neil as a former medical student-turned-entrepreneur—they discuss the challenges and opportunities of building AI models to model psychological processes and how this could expand access for subclinical mental health support. Listen for candid reflections on Slingshot's innovations, visions for AI's role in preventative care, and a future where technology empowers therapists and patients alike. More in "The Opportunity for Healthcare in a Post-LLM World":An Ironman Suit for Doctors with Muthu AlagappanVoice AI: Solving Healthcare's Workforce Challenges with Ankit JainSuper Staffing in Healthcare with Munjal ShahPlus:Learn more about a16z Bio+HealthLearn more about & Subscribe to Raising HealthFind a16z Bio+Health on LinkedInFind a16z Bio+Health on X

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Telehealth initiatives in schools are expanding access to mental health services, ensuring students receive the care they need. In this episode of the Expanding Access podcast by Behavioral Health Tech, Kacie Kelly, Chief Innovation Officer at Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute, explains how the Institute bridges policy and practice in mental health technology through innovative partnerships. She highlights significant advancements, including Medicare's decision to finance mobile applications and digital therapeutics, enabling clinician reimbursement. Kacie also discusses the collaborative care model, integrating mental health care into pediatric and primary care, and praises its sustainable financing. With increased funding and community involvement, she is optimistic about transformative changes in mental health care. Tune in to gain valuable insights and be inspired by the innovative approaches in mental health care! Resources: Connect with and follow Kacie Kelly on LinkedIn. Follow Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute on LinkedIn and discover their website.  Fill out the Digital Behavioral Health Technology Company Policy Survey. Visit the Behavioral Health Tech website. Fast Track Your Business Growth: Outcomes Rocket is a full service marketing agency focused on helping healthcare organizations like yours maximize your impact and accelerate growth. Learn more at outcomesrocket.com

There could be a battle between red states and blue states over health care for immigrants known as Dreamers. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.

In Hour 2 of the Chris and Amy Show, Chris Rongey and Amy Marxkors are joined by Annie Waldman from ProPublica to discuss the impact of insurance industry practices on mental healthcare access. The conversation delves into the use of AI and algorithms by companies like United Healthcare in healthcare decision-making, raising concerns about the fairness and transparency of these practices. Annie also explores the role of the federal government in enforcing mental health parity laws and the troubling cost-cutting strategies that target children with autism.

In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer™, I sit down with Lynn Hughes, Director of Development at the Metabolic Terrain Institute of Health (MTIH), to uncover game-changing resources many cancer patients never discover. Your key takeaways from this powerful conversation: 1. Financial barriers shouldn't stop you from accessing integrative care. Learn about the $1,000 patient grants available through MTIH and how to qualify - a resource many don't know exists. 2. MTIH's new research facility in Phoenix is pioneering breakthrough approaches that bridge standard and complementary care, revolutionizing how we think about cancer treatment. 3. A new patient-focused educational program launches in early 2025, making specialized metabolic health knowledge directly accessible to those who need it most. My conversation with Lynn Hughs, Development Director at MTIH, reveals how MTIH is transforming cancer care through their "test, assess, don't guess" philosophy. As someone managing my own stage 4 diagnosis, I've personally experienced how this approach can dramatically improve quality of life during treatment. Whether you're newly diagnosed, in treatment, or supporting a loved one, this episode unlocks doors to support systems you may never have known existed. Join us to discover how combining standard treatment with metabolic health approaches could revolutionize your cancer journey. Don't miss this insider's look at the resources, research, and revolutionary changes happening behind the scenes in cancer care. Your path to better support starts here.   Referred to in this episode: Metabolic Terrain Institute of Health Access the Metabolic Health Day Interviews and Downloads   Books: The Metabolic Approach to Cancer Mistletoe and the Emerging Future of Integrative Oncology   Follow MTIH on: Facebook Instagram Follow the Metabolic Matters Podcast   Follow Lynn Hughes on:Facebook Instagram   Follow me on Social Media:  Facebook Instagram Pinterest YouTube  

Improving access to mental healthcare requires specialized, end-to-end solutions supported by strong clinician networks and strategic partnerships. In this episode, Andy Flanagan, CEO of Iris Telehealth, talks about his leadership journey and the work Iris Telehealth is doing to improve mental healthcare access across the United States. He shares how Iris Telehealth partners with healthcare organizations to provide end-to-end behavioral health solutions, focusing on increasing access to care and supporting clinicians. Throughout this conversation, Andy also highlights the challenges and future opportunities in delivering value-based care in the mental health space, including the role of technology and AI in creating more efficient care delivery systems. Tune in to discover insights on the intersection of leadership, mental health, and healthcare innovation! Resources: Connect with and follow Andy Flanagan on LinkedIn. Follow Iris Telehealth on LinkedIn. Explore Iris Telehealth Website.

Dr. Daniel Semenza, director of interpersonal violence research at the New Jersey Gun Violence Research Center at Rutgers University, discusses the intersection of public health and gun violence and reveals what society gets wrong in its discussion of the subject.

In this special episode, I reflect on my journey alongside an extraordinary leader and mentor, Veronica Urzua-Alvero, Vice President of Human Resources at Church Brothers Farms, who has been instrumental in shaping not only UnitedAg's organization but also my own approach to leadership. Veronica's roots in agriculture, inspired by her family, set her on a path where she found her true calling in operations and community-building within the ag industry. Her resilience and determination allowed her to rise above challenges and stay focused on her own growth without letting external factors derail her journey.Veronica's strategic thinking and unique insights have shaped UnitedAg's distinct approach, one that doesn't simply follow the industry but stays true to who we are. Through her guidance, I've learned how important it is to view challenges with a long-term perspective, making big-picture decisions that serve the greater good, even if they're tough in the moment.During our conversation, Veronica also shares her shift from a focus on individual achievement to empowering her team, fostering a growth-oriented and purpose-driven environment. We both emphasize the importance of empathy and coaching in leadership, striving to build understanding and resilience within our teams.  We also reflect on the impact of Veronica's leadership, especially in her role at UnitedAg such as serving as the first female chairperson in 2013 and guiding us through significant events like the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and COVID-19. Her big-picture vision and risk management skills were essential to building a strong foundation for UnitedAg, setting structures and making decisions that continue to support our organization today. I am deeply grateful for her friendship and leadership. She has not only shaped UnitedAg but has influenced how I lead and live my life, encouraging me to think beyond the immediate and truly value the people and purpose behind our work. Join us as I celebrate and share the lessons I've learned from this remarkable leader and friend, Veronica Urzua-Alvero.Veronica Urzua-Alvero: https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronica-urzua-alvero-52842730b/Church Brothers Farms: https://www.churchbrothers.com/This episode is sponsored by UnitedAg,  one of the largest association health plans to offer healthcare to the agriculture industry of California and Arizona.  Kirti Mutatkar, President and CEO of UnitedAg. Reach me at kmutatkar@unitedag.org, www.linkedin.com/in/kirtimutatkarUnitedAg website - www.unitedag.orgEpisode Contributors - Veronica Urzua-Alvero, Kirti Mutatkar, Dave Visaya, Rhianna MaciasThe episode is also sponsored by Brent Eastman Insurance Services Inc. - https://brenteastman.comBlue Shield of California - https://www.blueshieldca.comElite Medical - https://www.elitecorpmed.comGallagher - https://www.ajg.com/SAIN Medical https://sainmedical.com/MDI Network - https://www.mdinetworx.com/about-us 

Global Health Access, a monthly source of global news and updates on issues, trends, and international access to healthcare, is now part of The Axis Effects and hurdles in the new global podcast segment. GHA spotlights the advancements and innovations in medical technology with Shanil Ebrahim, Partner in National Life Sciences and Healthcare Consulting at Deloitte. Join us as we speak with one of Deloitte's top leaders in Global Health and Life Sciences on global access to health care and where the change begins, from the Government to the communities and nonprofits in between that care about delivering selfless acts of kindness worldwide.

This episode's Community Champion Sponsor is Ossur. To learn more about their ‘Responsible for Tomorrow' Sustainability Campaign, and how you can get involved: CLICK HERE---Episode Overview: How can healthcare systems leverage innovation to provide equitable access to high-quality care across diverse communities? Our next guest, Dr. JP Valin, is spearheading this mission as Chief Clinical Officer of Intermountain Health. With deep clinical experience and a passion for connecting fragmented healthcare, Dr. Valin brings a unique perspective to addressing industry-wide challenges. As the leader of clinical operations for one of the nation's top healthcare enterprises, he's driving initiatives to combat workforce shortages, harness AI's potential, and activate patients in their health journeys. While together, Dr. Valin and I explore how Intermountain Health is reimagining care delivery across urban and rural settings, embracing technology to enhance clinician efficiency, and pioneering innovative solutions to create healthier communities. Join us as Dr. Valin shares his vision for a future where personalized, accessible care is the norm. Let's go!Episode Highlights:Addressing the critical healthcare workforce shortage and revealing that a third of Intermountain Health's physicians and APPs will retire by the end of the decadeEmphasizing the importance of leveraging technology to expand care delivery beyond traditional one-on-one doctor-patient relationshipsImplementing innovative tools like ambient listening and AI to increase clinician efficiency and reduce non-value-added workThe potential of Large Language Models (LLMs) to personalize patient care by synthesizing vast amounts of medical research and dataActivating patients as key partners in their own healthcare journey, focusing on healthy behaviors between clinical visitsAbout our Guest: Dr. JP Valin was named Intermountain Health's Chief Clinical Officer (CCO) in 2022 immediately following the organization's merger with SCL Health. As CCO, he is responsible for leading clinical operations across the enterprise to improve equitable access to the highest quality care for patients and communities.Dr. Valin graduated from Georgetown University and New York Medical College, and he holds a master's in healthcare administration from the Health Management Academy/University of Providence.In addition to serving in various leadership positions, Dr. Valin also practiced clinically for 15years as both a full scope general internist and a full-time hospitalist.Dr. Valin received the Clinician Experience Project's CEO Award of Excellence in December 2020 as well as a special recognition from the Leapfrog Group for Pandemic Heroism. In August 2021 he received Huron's What's Right in Health Care® Hero Award. And most recently, Dr. Valin was named as one of Becker's Healthcare's 2023 Chief Medical Officers to Know.Links Supporting This Episode:Intermountain Health Website: CLICK HEREDr. JP Valin LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREIntermountain Health LinkedIn page: CLICK HERE Mike Biselli LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli Twitter page:

As the demand for mental health services continues to rise, access to care and finding the right therapist remain pressing challenges. How can we close the gap between growing awareness and ensuring sustainable, effective treatment for everyone in need? In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Ram Krishnan, CEO of Valant, a leading EHR software provider for behavioral health practices. With a background in healthcare information management and a history of driving market-changing innovations, Ram began his career as a systems engineer and holds an MBA from the University of Chicago. Since joining Valant in 2020, Ram has led the company through significant growth, prioritizing customer feedback and building strong teams. Under his leadership, Valant continues to enhance its service to the behavioral healthcare market. We're thrilled to have Ram back to discuss the latest trends in mental health accessibility and how we can improve access to care.   For more information about Valent, please visit: https://www.valant.io To get a Live Personal Demo of how Valent can help your practice, please visit: https://www.valant.io/request-live-demo To watch a recorded software demonstration video, please visit: https://www.valant.io/buy/watch-recorded-demo Connect with Valent on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/valant-medical-solutions Connect with Valent on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/ValantMed/ Connect with Valent on X at: https://twitter.com/valant

Effective solutions & ethical guardrails for data-driven decision-making, care, & treatment require patient involvement in policy & technology development. Summary Patient Insights on Health Access, Technology, and Public Policy  Data should inform decision-making for a triad of patients, caregivers, and clinician partners. Some patients desire data sovereignty - the ability to access, use, and share their health data. However, managing personal health data can be overwhelming for individuals. Transparency about data usage and privacy is crucial for building trust. There are concerns about potential stigma and discrimination from data misuse. Including patients in policy and technology development can lead to more effective solutions. Ethical guardrails are needed, particularly for data aggregation and monetization by companies. There's a mix of optimism and pessimism about the future of health data management. Collaboration with patients in development processes can increase the likelihood of successful outcomes. Click here to view the printable newsletter with images. More readable than a transcript, which can also be found below. Contents Table of Contents Toggle EpisodeProemPodcast introLevel set – Get Your Patient On90% Similar, 100% HumanInspiration from Data: Weak Link in our HealthRelationship Triad for Decision-Making: Patient, Caregiver, Clinician PartnerUnintended Consequences – Crystal Ball GazingData Sovereignty – Self-GovernanceFederated Model of Data (Confederacy of Confederacies)Call to actionTrust Communities – Relaxed ControlTransparency – Knowing What You Don't KnowAnonymous Data. Really?Guardrails – Safety and PrivacyStigma and DiscriminationPessimism or Optimism About the FutureReflectionData and Decision-MakingData Sovereignty and ManagementEthical ConsiderationsPolicy and Technology DevelopmentOutlookPodcast Outro Please comment and ask questions: at the comment section at the bottom of the show notes on LinkedIn  via email YouTube channel  DM on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok to @healthhats Production Team Kayla Nelson: Web and Social Media Coach, Dissemination, Help Desk  Leon van Leeuwen: article-grade transcript editing  Oscar van Leeuwen: video editing Julia Higgins: Digital marketing therapy Steve Heatherington: Help Desk and podcast production counseling Joey van Leeuwen, Drummer, Composer, and Arranger, provided the music for the intro, outro, proem, and reflection, including Moe's Blues for Proem and Reflection and Bill Evan's Time Remembered for on-mic clips. Podcast episodes on YouTube from Podcast. Inspired by and Grateful to  Kistein Monkhouse, Claire Sachs, Christine Von Raesfeld, Geri Lynn Baumblatt, Aaron Carroll, Erin Holve, Adam Thompson, Kathleen Noonan, Andrea Downing Links and references The Panel Kistein Monkhouse, the moderator, founded Patient Orators. My peeps are Christine Von Raesfeld, founder of People with Empathy and with the Light Collective, and Claire Sachs, founder of the Patient Advocate Chronicles and TPAC Consulting. A federated data model for patient data PCORnet is a prime example of a federated data system. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8596061/ Episode Proem Kistein Monkhouse invited me to participate in a 30-minute panel at September's Academy Health's Datapalooza conference titled ‘Patient Insights on Health Access, Technology, and Public Policy.' I thought, ‘OMG, this thesis-worthy topic can't be addressed in 30 minutes.' However, the opportunity begged to be embraced, especially with the citizen expert panel members: Kistein Monkhouse, the moderator, founded Patient Orators. My peeps are Christine Von Raesfeld, founder of People with Empathy and with the Light Collective, and Claire Sachs, founder of the Patient Advocate Chronicles and TPAC Consulting.

This time on Code WACK!  The fight for affordable, accessible health care in the U.S. has gone on for decades. Who's in the fight to win solutions that improve health care for everyone? What policies are they working on?  Today we're featuring the Washington DC-based Families USA, a leading national nonpartisan voice for healthcare consumers.  We welcome their new executive director, Anthony Wright, who previously served for 22 years as executive director of Health Access California. This is the first episode in a two-part series with Anthony Wright.  Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more!  

Check out this episode on Bridges to Mental Health Workforce Expansion Project with Dr. Bill Lydiatt. The project is focused on expanding the capacity of primary care, specialty care physicians, APPs, nurses, social workers and others to increase their confidence and abilities in managing mild to moderate mental illness. https://clarksonregional.com/bridges-to-mental-health/ has more information on upcoming training dates and educational resources. Bill Lydiatt, MD is Professor of Surgery at Creighton University, Clinical Professor of Surgery UNMC, President of the American Head and Neck Society and Chair of the AJCC 9th Edition Head and Neck Staging panel and a member of the AJCC Editorial Board. He received his BS from Stanford University, MD and Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Residency from University of Nebraska and fellowship in head and neck surgical oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. A former Chief Medical Officer and Vice President of Medical Affairs, VP of Surgical Services and Chair of Surgery at Nebraska Methodist Hospital, Lydiatt received his EMBA from the University of Colorado. We rely on your donations to keep producing this podcast content and to support physician advocacy in Nebraska. If you would like to support Nebraska Alliance for Physician Advocacy, a 501(c)(3) organization in Nebraska please click to DONATE NOW.    If you have questions or answers, please email us at contact@nebraskaallianceforphysicianadvocacy.org   Please check out our website at: Nebraska Alliance for Physician Advocacy Follow on social media: @NEAllianceforPhysicianAdvocacy on Instagram

Interview with Emily Lupton Lupez, MD, MPH, author of Health, Access to Care, and Financial Barriers to Care Among People Incarcerated in US Prisons, and Benjamin A. Howell, MD, author of Harming Health by Imposing In-Prison Co-Payments. Hosted by Eve Rittenberg, MD. Related Content: Health, Access to Care, and Financial Barriers to Care Among People Incarcerated in US Prisons Harming Health by Imposing In-Prison Co-Payments

Interview with Emily Lupton Lupez, MD, MPH, author of Health, Access to Care, and Financial Barriers to Care Among People Incarcerated in US Prisons, and Benjamin A. Howell, MD, author of Harming Health by Imposing In-Prison Co-Payments. Hosted by Eve Rittenberg, MD. Related Content: Health, Access to Care, and Financial Barriers to Care Among People Incarcerated in US Prisons Harming Health by Imposing In-Prison Co-Payments

Acknowledgement of Country//Headlines// Melanie HawkesLast week NDIS minister Bill Shorten announced that users of the scheme would be denied access to sex workers and sexual services under planned reforms. The NDIS Amendment Bill has been met with criticism across the board for its heavy focus on budget cuts and a failure to centre the experiences of people living with a disability. Today we will hear from Melanie Hawkes - a member of the management committee of Touching Base and NDIS participant with a physical disability, who joined me to share her experience of sex and disability. Touching Base is a charitable organization developed to assist people with disability and sex workers connect with each other, focusing on access, human rights, legal issues and attitudinal barriers. In response to Minister Shorten's announcement last week, they have released a joint statement alongside nine other organizations, calling for the right to protect access to NDIS funded sexuality services.//Mililma May Mililma May is a Danggalaba Kulumbirigin Tiwi woman, writer and advocate. She is the Independent Candidate for the seat of Nightcliff in the 2024 NT Election, and is chatting to us this morning about her journey through activism, politics and what it means to be a Community Independant.// Maya HodgeThese Arms Hold Maya Hodge is a proud Lardil emerging curator and writer based on the lands of the Kulin Nation (Melbourne). Her practise explores the power of disrupting colonial narratives to uplift First Nations storytelling, healing and artistic autonomy. In 2022, she co-curated Collective Movements at Monash University Museum of Art (MUMA) which toured across Victoria and this year curated These Arms Hold, now showing at Incinerator Gallery at 180 Holmes Road, Aberfeldie, VIC from 6 July 2024 - 8 September 2024.// Prof Jane WilliamsonWe will hear a segment from "out of the blue" from the 14th of July, where host James Whitmore (Out of the Blue) interviews Prof Jane Williamson (Macquarie University) about surveying the Great Barrier Reef after this summer's extreme sea temperatures. As a result, scientists declared that the reef experienced it's fifth mass coral bleaching event in March this year. Corals were exposed to the highest levels of heat stress ever recorded, and extreme bleaching was recorded on all three regions of the reef for the first time. You can find full length episodes of the show by going to https://www.3cr.org.au/radioblue.//  

There's so much more we can do to transform women's health. Carolee Lee is the Founder and CEO of WHAM (Women's Health Access Matters). They're dedicated to funding women's health research to transform women's lives. Hear what's led to WHAM's growth, how to properly collect data on women's health, why communication is so key, the impact of menopause in the workplace, and how she measures success. Tune in to this episode to keep moving women's health research and investment forward! Learn more: Carolee Lee WHAM The WHAM Report   Today's Hot Flash and other stats from: WHAM

This time on Code WACK! How did a single mom in Kentucky, in the 1970s, become a physician, then a health insurance medical reviewer and eventually a whistleblower? To find out, we recently interviewed Dr. Linda Peeno, a physician and ethicist who has spent nearly four decades working to protect patients from harm and death by corporate healthcare systems.  Dr. Peeno was played by actor Laura Dern in the 2002 docudrama “Damaged Care,” and she was also featured in Michael Moore's 2007 documentary “Sicko.” She has assisted in more than 150 legal cases to expose for-profit systems that have corrupted medicine and health care. Check out the Show Notes and Transcript for more!  

We're joined today by two guests: first up, Anthony Wright, the longtime Executive Director at Health Access California, who will be leaving soon to take a new position as Executive Director at Families USA in DC. He spoke with us about the new job and his most memorable moments in Sacramento.We also welcome redistricting expert, campaign strategist, and former mayor of Winters, Matt Rexroad, who joins us to talk about the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Worst Week in California Politics. 1:01 Anthony Wright: What is Families USA and why are you leaving?2:41 What the job in DC will look like5:07 "The health system is complex and confusing and Kafkaesue..."5:24 DC is dysfunctional - how do you plan to approach that?8:16 How realistic are current efforts to bring Universal Health Care to California?10:17 "if you take Single Payer seriously... then you need to take the obstacles seriously"11:35 What is exportable from California's experience, and what can California learn from other states?16:25 Who is taking over at Health Access?17:35 A memorable first day in Sacramento19:30 Top memories of 23 years at Health Access22:07 With Trump pledging to repeal the ACA; Are you worried?27:33 #WWCA; Matt Rexroad joins us to look at candidates for an EPIC Worst Week in CA PoliticsWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/ Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang "#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io  

Welcome to Episode # of The Equity Experience Podcast! In today's episode, we have an informative and empowering conversation about equity for Black males in K-12 and higher education.  Let's welcome Dr. Alan Baker, Dr. Dramaine Freeman, and Mr. Nathaniel Smith.   We have an in-depth conversation about: Defining 'educational equity' and educational equity for black males Unpacking the lived experiences and challenges (personal and/or professional) of Black men in higher education Exploring the barriers of access that Black men may experience in schools Identifying the assets, strengths, and solutions in the context of Black male academic success   Discussing accountability and educational equity     Listen to this episode to receive insights, perspectives, and recommendations to help us create strong educational equity learning spaces for our Black boys.    **GUEST SPEAKERS** Dr. Alan Baker, a Houston area native, serves as a chief contributor to the Houston Heath Department's Health Access and Equity Team. He is both an operational and subject matter point person in the strategic execution, curriculum development, facilitated training, and planning of Health equity coursework.  Having recently defended his dissertation focused on higher education workplace equity, his existing work involves a critical exploration of the theories of race and gender in the context of higher education and public administration policy and practice in those labor settings. Mr. Baker has designed and deployed initiatives to advance and create community-wide opportunities for the development of skills in combating bias and promoting belonging and the development of knowledge about differences, about the importance of cultural competence, and about the needs of uniquely diverse populations.   With over two decades of dedicated experience in education, Dr. Dramaine Freeman's rich and diverse background spans a broad spectrum of roles. These include substitute teaching, classroom instruction, tutoring, counseling, and administration. His educational journey started with a Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Computer Technology from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. However, his true passion was ignited by his desire to advocate for all students' aspirations, with a particular focus on empowering Black males. Dramaine firmly upholds the enduring value of continuous learning and has directed his studies into examining the profound impact of educational structures on minority students and school leadership. This commitment moved him to pursue advanced degrees, acquiring a Master's in Education, a Master's in Administration, an Educational Specialist license, and a doctoral degree from Appalachian State University, with the research focus of exploring the social perceptions of Black males in society and how those perceptions impact Black male leaders in K-12 spaces.   Nathaniel Smith is an ordained minister and lifelong educator recognized for his leadership across New York State, and by UNCF, NAACP, Marquis Who's Who and others. A faith-oriented agent for social justice, Nathaniel shares his gifts and expertise to educate, engage, and empower students, institutions, and organizations in culturally diverse communities.  Nathaniel is a doctoral student at the University of Colorado Denver under the mentorship of internationally renowned scholar, Dr. Marvin Lynn. He has been accepted into the 2024 scholarly cohort of the prestigious Asa G. Hilliard III and Barbara A. Sizemore Research Course on African Americans and Education led by Drs. Jerlando Jackson and Chance Lewis. Nathaniel has spoken at several national conferences and hosted various educational programs as a discussant alongside revolutionary scholars such as Drs. Michael Eric Dyson, Gloria Ladson-Billings, Marc Lamont Hill, Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz, Shaun Harper, and Nikki Giovanni.     --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karla958/support

Craig Comrie, Chairperson of The Health Funders Association (HFA), discusses with host Bruce Whitfield the concerns of millions of South Africans about the potential delay in improved healthcare as the President prepares to sign the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill into law. Comrie warns that prioritising the NHI over necessary private healthcare reforms could prolong uncertainty before any tangible improvements are seen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This time on Code WACK!  How is private equity affecting our healthcare system? What's being done about it? How does our fragmented healthcare system affect patients, including people who have cancer? And what cues can healthcare reform activists take from California's immigrant community? To find out, we spoke to Peter Shapiro, a retired letter carrier and author of Song of the Stubborn One Thousand: the Watsonville Canning Strike (Haymarket Books 2016). He represented his union at the founding conference of the Labor Campaign for Single Payer in 2009 and has been involved with the issue ever since. He currently represents the Alameda Labor Council on the board of Healthy California Now, a single-payer advocacy coalition. This is the first episode in a two-part series with Peter Shapiro.  Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more!  

Welcome to Season Four off Expanding The Continuum! Join us for a special conversation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month to learn about how sexual violence advocates are offering health and harm reduction strategies for survivors, including PrEP and emergency contraception. Check out a new resource from Futures Without Violence, The American College of Emergency Contraception, and the National Sexual Violence Resource Center. Emergency Contraception: A Guide for Advocates: https://ipvhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ASEC-DV-SV-Factsheet_Apr-2024.pdf

Meet Ann. She's a trailblazing leader who has activated vital emergency responses within the U.S. and internationally

Dr. Joshua Lee, MD is a highly accomplished clinician and researcher specializing in medication-assisted treatment of alcohol and opioid use disorders. Josh is passionate about making evidence-based treatment accessible to those seeking to drink less or achieve sobriety. His extensive experience includes conducting clinical trials on naltrexone and buprenorphine in primary care, criminal justice, and community settings. He also treats patients struggling with addiction as a primary care physician. Josh is a Professor of Population Health and Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, directs the ACGME-accredited Addiction Medicine Fellowship, and leads research initiatives focused on justice and community outcomes. He is also Chief Clinical Advisor at Oar Health, a telemedicine platform that makes medication-assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder convenient and private.HealthCare UnTold thanks Dr. Joshua Lee for sharing his career journey with us and his commitment to helping those with substance use disorders to seek health care and effective medication.#oarhealth.com#drjosualee#NYUgrossmanschoolofmedicine#aa#treatmentworks#healthcareuntold@gmail.com

We are excited to welcome two distinguished guests from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD): Vineet Dhar, BDS, MDS, PhD, clinical professor, assistant dean of postgraduate and professional studies in dentistry, and chair of the Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, and Robert Windsor, DDS, FICD, director of clinical operations in the Division of General Dentistry. Join this engaging conversation as we explore the critical link between oral health and overall well-being, and we learn how UMSOD is committed to expanding access to oral health care. Through education, research, clinical care, customized service, and continually evolving to meet the needs of the community they serve, UMSOD's dental clinics are making significant strides in elevating the oral health of youths and older people who are on Medicaid. We also will learn about how several significant grants have helped pave the way for these successes.To learn about verifying dental coverage through Medicaid, call 855-642-8572 or visit www.marylandhealthconnection.gov.To learn more about faculty practice dental clinics at UMSOD, visit www.dental.umaryland.edu/patients or call 410-706-2801.Listen to The UMB Pulse on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and wherever you like to listen. The UMB Pulse is also now on YouTube.Visit our website at umaryland.edu/pulse or email us at umbpulse@umaryland.edu.

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Erin Foster, to share updates on the Linn County Mental Health Access Center since we last spoke with her in 2021. Listen to Erin's first episode with us here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2HsliJ9RWljjI3EhBxF9qN?si=Ggnb5hNITsOxKRBlRGRH5g Erin graduated from the University of Iowa with a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology in 2007. After graduation, Erin was employed by the Area Substance Abuse Council as a Prevention Specialist. In 2013 she then became the Director of Prevention for Linn, Benton, and Jones County. While at ASAC, Erin worked on community policy as well as provided trainings to businesses, schools, and the community on  topics such as effective substance use prevention, related strategies, Emerging Drug trends, specific opioid related topics such as Naloxone use.  In December of 2019, Erin left ASAC and started her current role as the Director for the Mental Health Access Center in Linn County. Ering provides leadership in the implementation and coordination of services for people with urgent or crisis behavioral health needs including both mental health and substance use disorder crises. Erin believes the Mental Health Access Center will write a new story for the community by providing both services, in tandem, for those in need. We want to hear from you! How has an access center provided you or a loved one with needed resources?  Let us know by texting or calling our anonymous number: (515)-650-3231 Connect with the Access Center online at: Web: https://www.linncountyiowa.gov/1423/Mental-Health-Access-Center To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236.  Connect with Heart and Solutions online at: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Youneedatraining Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dWKD6TenIMIC76ctq21YN Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmrcmi5HUINpWEjHfHzTnQ/featured Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouNeedaCounselor Heart and Solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heartandsolutions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you_need_a_counselor/ Web: http://www.heartandsolutions.net

In this episode, we interview Dr. April Ebbinger, a Nationally Certified School Psychologist who is the Director of Psychological and Behavioral Services for the Tennessee Department of Education. In this episode, we discussed recruitment and retention of mental health providers in rural Tennessee. One of the challenges smaller and remote school districts experience is that many healthcare providers are not attracted to these regions. To address these challenges, Dr Ebbinger is the principal investigator on a federal grant called Project RAISE. Many students have mental health challenges by age 14, and given several new challenges, such as COVID-19, students have new challenges. Her research and advocacy is to address these concerns to provide resources and networking through the grant. As professionals sign on, they are expected to stay and provide support and services within mental health. 44% of schools had no school psychologist. In other words, many students did not have access to student mental health services. The grant was designed to help address these gaps. Further, we discussed how contract agencies impact these services, including the funding approaches and how those resources are used. Dr. Ebbinger would like to see more mental health providers stay in these communities. We discussed how these resources can positively impact student learning and communities. Dr. April Ebbinger, a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, is the Director of Psychological and Behavioral Services for the Tennessee Department of Education. Additionally, she is the primary investigator on the federal grant Project RAISE to provide mental health support in rural school districts. Dr. Ebbinger has experience as a classroom teacher, school psychologist, district administrator, and higher education faculty. She has authored multiple journal articles and presented them at state and national conferences. Dr. Ebbinger serves on the Board of the Tennessee Association of School Psychologists Dyslexia Advisory Council and was the 2020 Tennessee School Psychologist of the Year.

In this episode of The Boiling Point podcast, hosts Emily Rodger and Dave Veale are joined by the inspiring Laura Gatien, Owner and Clinical Therapist at Laura Gatien & Associates, and the visionary founder & CEO of Just Us; We all Struggle Inc., a charitable non-profit striving to make mental health more accessible. The conversation kicks off with personal reflections from Emily and Dave about their upbringing and experiences related to mental health. Laura passionately introduces her journey, sharing her mission to challenge the status quo in mental health systems and reduce the stigma associated with seeking support.  One of the central themes explored is the pervasive stigma surrounding mental health support and how gender traditionally influenced seeking help. The trio delves into the importance of breaking down these barriers and increasing accessibility to mental health services, highlighting the progress made in this direction. Laura shares her insights on leadership, addressing the challenges she faces while staying true to her values as a leader in the mental health space. The discussion further unravels the inception and impact of the "Just Us" program, a charitable initiative offering free or low-cost counseling services, breaking down barriers and fostering hope for new mental health professionals to drive positive change in the field.  Throughout the episode, listeners gain a deeper understanding of Laura Gatien's unwavering commitment to mental health advocacy and her remarkable journey in transforming the way we perceive and approach mental well-being. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oregon’s older adult population is growing rapidly, with over 1 million residents who are at least 65 expected by 2030. By the same year, the number of older adults experiencing a mental health disorder such as anxiety or depression is expected to double. Aging presents unique mental health challenges, with factors like isolation, dementia and other co-occurring conditions compounding those challenges. And access to treatment is often limited for older adults. According to the Pan American Health Organization, only a third of older adults receive the mental health treatment they need.

In this episode, Alnory Gutlay talks about access to health for AAPI communities and the effects of the model minority myth in the public health sector. She raises important questions about accessibility and cultural awareness in the world of health equity, drawing from her own experiences as an organizer and advocate.Alnory Gutlay is a first generation Filipino. She is a community organizer and nonprofit leader with over 10 years of experience serving and advocating for the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in Metro-Atlanta. Her commitment to address social determinants of community health led to a wide array of working experience and expertise in substance abuse prevention, HIV prevention, and victim services. Her approach to community health is culturally specific, evidence-based, and equitable outcome centered.

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Chris Noble, the Director of Organizing at Health Access, and Allison Hardt, the Advocacy Manager at T1 International, share their personal experiences accessing life-saving medication in America. Stacy Mitchell delves into the hidden world of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) — their role in the pharmaceutical industry and how their practices hinder people like Chris and Allison from obtaining essential medicines at reasonable prices.… Read More

Dr. Jay K Joshi, physician, author, and entrepreneur, has released his debut book titled "Burden of Pain." The book presents a unique perspective on the opioid epidemic, which is the most pressing health issue of our time. Dr. Joshi incorporates harm reduction practices in his care and lost his medical license from the DEA due to their interpretation of his practice.  He fought back and changed the trajectory of medicine for those with substance use disorder. Listen to his heroic story of bravery and fighting for the rights of his patients. #Burden of Pain#harmreduction#healthequity#healthcareuntold@gmail.com 

Talking through what social media has done for the mental health field and the impact that it has had on the accessibility of it.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/healt/donations

We are joined by Dr. Thomas Insel, a psychiatrist, author and neuroscientist who is a leading expert on mental health. Dr. Insel is the former director of the National Institute of Mental Health and founder of Vanna Health-- a startup that aims to expand access to comprehensive care for serious mental illness. We start the conversation by discussing the state of mental health access in the United States and the challenges that individuals and communities face when seeking treatment. Dr. Insel shares his insights on the shortage of mental health providers, the stigma associated with mental illness, and the barriers that prevent people from accessing care. We then dive into the solutions to improve access to care and how future physicians interested in mental health can help contribute more broadly to the field. Throughout the conversation, we explore the complex intersection of mental health, technology, and policy, and Dr. Insel shares his vision for a future where mental health is a priority and accessible to all. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tdio/message

Our guests: Aditi Gaur, CTO & Co-Founder of Mind&Match & Megan Rozanski, CEO & Co-Founder of Mind&MatchIn this episode we discuss:  Challenges they have both faced in finding the right therapist for their mental health needs? How insurance coverage and geographic distribution of mental health professionals contributes to the challenge of accessing mental health treatment in the US Where we see the highest rates of anxiety and depression, and what the greatest unmet need was for mental health treatment during the pandemic How has the mental health crisis impacted them personally, as recent graduates of grad school  What's next? Sponsored by: CM&F Group (www.cmfgroup.com)To learn more about Mind&Match please use the links below:- Website - LinkedInAlso, be sure to follow Slice of Healthcare on our social channels:- Website - Facebook - LinkedIn - Twitter - YouTube - Newsletter

Kyle Kiser is the CEO of Arrive Health, a virtual pharmacy assistant. This tool is used as a care team tool to automate outreach to patients, drive adherence, and improve quality and readmissions. Kyle's goal is to make connections beyond just pharmacy, particularly in the realm of specialty medications, and to make it easier for patients and providers to access the tool. The core mission remains the same, but the new capabilities allow for more frequent interactions to occur between providers and patients. The main organizations using the tool are small practices, large organizations, and hospital networks. This tool has allowed for the patient to get answers from their provider more often than not, and has been beneficial in driving adherence and value-based care.Follow Healthcare Americana:TwitterInstagramLinkedInMore on Freedom HealthworksMore on Arrive HealthSubscribe at https://healthcareamericana.com/episodes/

Each week LGBT HealthLink, a Program of CenterLink, brings you a round-up of some of the biggest LGBTQ wellness stories from the past week. Want to leave your comment or story suggestion? You can send audio clips of up to 1 minute using this link.

Join us for another special episode on the Mental Health Access Improvement Act. Our guest Guila Todd, from ACA's Governing Affairs and Public Policy team, and Dr. Victoria Kress discuss the upcoming changes to Medicare reimbursement and best practices for serving older adults and individuals with a disability. Tune in now to learn more about this monumental milestone, how counselors can begin to prepare to serve the Medicare population, and advocacy tips.       For more information about Medicare, please check out this resource from the ACA.   For more advocacy information, please visit our website at www.counseling.org/government-affairs. 

Marcus discusses the recent announcement that a program piloted by New Bedford Senator Mark Montigny to provide police officers with better access to mental health services has secured $1million in grant funding.

Marcus discusses the recent announcement that a program piloted by New Bedford Senator Mark Montigny to provide police officers with better access to mental health services has secured $1million in grant funding.

In this episode, Neil and Will follow up (Part 2) with Dr. Lisa Curtin and the students from the Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology at Appalachian State.  While they continue the conversation on mental health issues (primarily access and stigma), they also refreshingly discuss the strengths and opportunities they see in the region.  Take a listen to this follow up discussion and hear from the guys as they remember an Appalachian legend.  Also, stick around and you might even get a chicken update from Neil...we know you've been waiting patiently for that!  In lieu of the #AppBiz of the week, check out the Mental Health resources highlighted in the episode and below in the show notes.  Appalachian State doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology: www.clinicalpsychpsyd.appstate.edu/ 2020 Doctoral Student Bio's: www.clinicalpsychpsyd.appstate.edu/students Interactive Fall Foliage Map: www.smokymountains.com/fall-foliage-map/ Mental Health Resources:  988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial or text 988 for 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress.  Veterans Crisis Line: Text 838-255 OR dial 988 then press 1 to get 24/7 confidential crisis support. Responders are real people, many of them veterans, who are specially trained to support veterans.   The Trevor Project: Text “Start” to 678-678 OR call 866-488-7386 all day, any day to reach trained counselors who can support people under 25 who are in crisis, feeling suicidal or in need of a safe and judgment-free place to talk. The Trevor Project specializes in supporting the LGBTQ+ community. National Sexual Assault Hotline: Call 800-656-4673 (HOPE) for confidential support services for survivors, regardless of where they are in their recovery.   National Eating Disorders Helpline: Call or text 800-931-2237 for support, resources and treatment options for yourself or a loved one who may be experiencing an eating disorder. 

In this episode, Neil and Will sit down with a Doctor and some Future Doctors to discuss Mental Health Care training and focusing on access in Appalachia.  Dr. Lisa Curtin director of the Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology at Appalachian State, a program dedicated to increase mental health care access in rural areas of Appalachia. With a full house, the guys talk with Dr. Curtin and the 2020 Third Year Cohort of students: Kelly Davis; Kim Holt; Esther Killius; Shayla Moniz; Shraddha Selani; and Maggie Witherspoon-Johnson.  These Appalachian change makers specifically sought out this program to make a difference in rural and underserved communities.  Take a listen as they discuss the stigma of mental health and the importance of increasing access to services in rural areas.  You might even hear Will throw out a Megan Thee Stallion reference -for the kids...but also totally get Megan Thee Stallion mixed up with Cardi B -- twwwrrrppp!  Also, don't forget the #AppBiz of the Week: Father Bernard's Blessed Biscuits!  Appalachian State Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology: www.clinicalpsychpsyd.appstate.edu/    2020 Doctoral Student Bio's: www.clinicalpsychpsyd.appstate.edu/students  Father Bernard's Blessed Biscuits: www.fatherbernards.com  Appalachian Big Idea's Festival: www.appalachianky.org/bigideas  Appalachian Social Enterprise Summit: www.coalfield-development.org/appalachian-social-enterprise-summit/  ARC Chart Book: www.arc.gov/the-chartbook 

Karen Elizabeth Nunez is one of the many medical practitioners who are committed to serving our nation's most vulnerable communities. She pursued training in several medical specialties and shares her crash course in urgent and emergency care as a nurse practitioner in the Los Angeles County Jail, various Shelters in San Francisco, and Drug Treatment Programs in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She showed her commitment to these communities with her love and compassion as well as her medical expertise. Karen reminds us that we must always care for those most in need and at HealthCare Untold we are honored to share her heroic story.

While politicians in Washington D.C. are looking to find some sort of gun control "compromise" in the wake of the horrific murders in Uvalde, Texas, gun owners and Second Amendment advocates involved in the grassroots effort known as Walk The Talk America are taking on the challenge of improving access to and removing the stigma around mental health and gun ownership. WTTA founder Michael Sodini joins Cam to talk about the program and how it's helping to save lives.