Racial Health Disparities and Advancing Health Equity with Dr. Uche Blackstock
Keisha Blair
Racial Health Disparities and Advancing Health Equity with Dr. Uche Blackstock
In the episode, Dr. Blackstock shares her firsthand experiences as a frontline physician during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic. She sheds light on the racial health disparities and inequities that became glaringly apparent during this global crisis. By discussing these issues, she brings attention to the systemic problems that marginalized communities face in accessing quality healthcare.
Racial Health Disparities and Advancing Health Equity with Dr. Uche Blackstock
As a prominent voice in raising awareness about racism in healthcare, Dr. Blackstock has dedicated her career to dismantling these barriers and promoting a more equitable future. Through Advancing Health Equity, she works tirelessly to engage with healthcare organizations, promoting initiatives and policies that address racial disparities head-on.
Dr. Blackstock's journey serves as an inspiration to all individuals striving to make a positive impact in the world. Her dedication, passion, and expertise have positioned her as a thought leader in the field, and her story is one that will motivate and empower listeners.
To gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the healthcare system, and to find inspiration in Dr. Blackstock's journey, I highly recommend tuning in to the Holistic Wealth podcast. By listening to her valuable insights, you'll gain a greater appreciation for the work being done to create a more equitable healthcare system and be encouraged to contribute to positive change in your own community.
What you will learn
Racial Health Disparities and Advancing Health Equity with Dr. Uche Blackstock
* Uché’s amazing journey, as a medical doctor,* Her experience as an entrepreneur and launching her first business.
* Learn about racial health equity and the work Uché is doing to advance health equity.
* Uché’s experience with the death of her mother at just 19 years old. Learn some strategies for coping and for helping a friend or family member cope with grief.
* Uché’s personal financial identity (based on Keisha Blair’s Personal Financial Identity Quiz).
Host
Keisha Blair / Host
I’m Keisha Blair, wife, mother of three, author of Holistic Wealth, and Founder of the Institute on Holistic Wealth. I am a trained Economist, with extensive experience in the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. I started my career working on economic development projects sponsored by the World Bank and Inter-American Development Bank.
Guest
Dr. Uché Blackstock
Dr. Uché Blackstock is an American emergency physician and former Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at the New York University School of Medicine. She is the Founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity,
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