Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell

Episode 13. She will discuss the critical issue of voter representation and the ongoing attacks on Black political power across the South. Join Dr. Jimmell as she breaks down recent developments in Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama, highlighting the strategic efforts to dilute Black voting power. She will dispel myths about the redistricting efforts, review th...

In this episode of Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell, we tackle the critical issue of the Voting Rights Act and its recent challenges. Join Dr. Jimmell as she explores the implications of the Supreme Court's decision on Section 2 and what it means for our democracy. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:31 Happy Mother's Day 01:01 Overview of the Voting Rights Act 02:27 Recent Supreme Court ruling 05:23...

The episode begins with Dr. Jimmell catching the Justice League up on what she has been up to since the last podcast episode over a month ago. Then she delves right into today's subject matter after the recent deaths of several Black women at the hands of intimate partners or family members. As always, she level sets with definitions of misogyny, domestic violence, and femicide. The episode then h...

Dr. Jimmell discusses the complexities of obesity, debunks myths, and advocates for compassionate, evidence-based care. She emphasizes the importance of understanding obesity as a chronic disease and highlights treatment options, policy changes, and the need to eliminate weight bias. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Obesity Care Week 2026 and Its Theme 01:33 Obesity is a Disease, Not a Willpower Fai...

In this episode, Dr. Jimmell celebrates her 10th episode by inviting the person who encouraged her to launch Justice Rounds, Kyle. Kyle and Dr. Jimmell are lifelong friends who grew up together in Florence, SC.  Kyle has been podcasting for 10 years and hosts The 12Kyle Podcast and the Rap Soul Podcast. He is also a former football player for SC State University and the nephew of Hall of Famer, Ha...

The episode's mission is to empower our communities to understand, prevent, and advocate for heart health. Dr. Jimmell then delves into heart attack statistics and shares her personal story of losing her mother and grandmother to heart attacks. She then goes on to discuss understanding heart attacks, dispelling myths, prevention and warning signs, resources for heart health, and demanding justice....

The episode begins with a celebration of National Pediatricians Day , acknowledging the work of pediatricians and also the recent release of the 2026 immunization schedule by the American Academy of Pediatrics. It then delves into the topic of constitutional rights, discussing current events, the Bill of Rights, dispelling myths, everyday steps to protect rights, and demanding justice. The convers...

This episode of Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell , honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy.  In this 7th episode, Dr. Jimmell defines King and nonviolence and the beloved community, dispels myths about Dr. King and his commitment to nonviolence, advocates for families, and inspires action to live out Dr. King's legacy. Takeaways Honoring Dr. King's legacy through nonviolence and justice The pill...

On this episode of Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell , she discusses the importance of vaccines and the impact of the new food pyramid guidelines. She also addresses the closure of the Corporation of Public Broadcasting, the tragic loss of lives, and the call for justice. The episode concludes with a discussion about the Monks Walk for Peace, spreading a message of nonviolence and unity. NOTE: This...

In this episode of Justice Rounds , Dr. Jimmell welcomes listeners to 2026, discussing the excitement and uncertainty that comes with a new year. The conversation highlights current health challenges, including rising measles and flu cases, and the impact of ACA subsidy expirations. Dr. Jimmell emphasizes the importance of personal change and behavioral change theory, offering practical strategies...

In this episode of Justice Rounds , Dr. Jimmell discusses the complexities of grief, especially during the holiday season. She shares personal experiences with loss, defines complicated grief, dispels common myths, and emphasizes the importance of community support and restorative justice. The episode aims to provide understanding and resources for those grieving, encouraging listeners to seek hel...

This episode breaks down the statistics and myths about chronic kidney disease (CKD), kidney failure (ESRD), dialysis and renal transplants. In this episode, I also discuss how this disease impacted me personally by sharing my big brother Lennard's journey.  By the end of this episode, you should feel empowered to dispel myths, defend families, demand justice and advocate for equitable kidney dise...

Join Dr. Jimmell on this episode where she dispel common myths about vaccines, defend families with herd immunity and demand justice by ensuring accountability from our leaders and for ourselves to push back against harmful rhetoric about vaccine safety. Vaccines are safe as evidenced by decades of research and vaccines save lives...PERIOD!!  Please share, like and subscribe to my YouTube channel...

In this inaugural episode of Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell: Dispelling Myths, Defending Families and Demanding Justice we take a look at Black maternal mortality and morbidity in the United States and South Carolina.  Dr. Jimmell discusses the alarming national statistics, but also hones in on the statistics from SC, where she lives. Dr. Jimmell dispels common myths, while also discussing some r...

Welcome to Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell.  Here we will dispel myths, defend families and demand justice. I am a double board certified physician in pediatrics and obesity medicine with over 20 years of clinical experience. I also have a certification in Diversity and Inclusion for Healthcare Executives.   Please like, share and subscribe if you desire content devoted to dispelling health misin...