Culture Shock Therapy: Your Health Equity Rx

In Episode 8 of Culture Shock Therapy , Dr. Katrina Gipson, explores how colorblind policies in healthcare undermine efforts to address systemic inequities. Drawing on her experience at the African American Policy Forum's CRT Summer School, she highlights the impact of anti-DEI legislation, the role of race-conscious strategies in improving outcomes, and the far-reaching effects of social drivers...

In this episode of  Culture Shock Therapy , Dr. Katrina Gipson examines the dual narratives of women’s sports: the record-breaking success of female athletes at the 2024 Paris Olympics and the devastating reality of femicide. From celebrating the impact of Title IX on Team USA’s historic achievements to mourning the loss of Ugandan marathoner Rebecca Cheptegei, Dr. Gipson unpacks how gender-based...

Episode 6: Breakdancing in the Olympics & Culture Vultures In this episode of Culture Shock Therapy , Dr. Katrina Gipson dives into the evolving presence of hip hop on the global stage, especially with breakdancing's debut at the 2024 Paris Olympics. We reflect on the legacy of hip hop legends, the controversies surrounding cultural representation, and the recent viral story of Rachel Gunn, an...

In Episode 5 of Cultural Shock Therapy: Your Health Equity Prescription , Dr. Katrina Gipson, MD, dives into the concept of intersectionality and its crucial role in shaping our personal and political identities. With just days until the 2024 election, we explore how race, gender, and class intersect to influence both the health disparities we see today and the political vitriol aimed at figures l...

In Episode 4 of Culture Shock Therapy , titled "The Ripple Effect: Roe v. Wade Overturned and Its Impact on Health Equity," host Dr. Katrina Gipson explores the far-reaching consequences of the 2022 Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Through a deep dive into the historical context of Roe, public reactions, and the immediate aftermath, Dr. Gipson discusses the significant impact on hea...

Welcome to Culture Shock Therapy, your health equity prescription. I'm your host, Dr. Katrina Gipson, guiding you through the complex headlines and policies shaping our lives. In this episode, we revisit the first presidential debate of 2024, focusing on former President Trump's controversial statements about immigrants taking Black and Hispanic jobs. We delve into the historical context of employ...

In Episode 2 of Culture Shock Therapy, Dr. Katrina Gipson tackles the critical issue of ableism in healthcare. She shares her personal journey and key experiences that have shaped her views on health equity, including poignant anecdotes from her practice at Grady Memorial Hospital. Dr. Gipson defines ableism, illustrates its presence in healthcare through a real-life case study, and discusses the...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Culture Shock Therapy," hosted by Dr. Katrina Gipson. As an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at Emory University and a key figure in various national medical organizations, Dr. Gipson delves into the cultural and political factors that shape healthcare and perpetuate inequities. This podcast is for healthcare professionals, students, and anyone passion...