The Healthy Project Podcast

"But if I can show up in a way that connects with you as a human to another human and then I provide you with understanding, empathy, and then options that you get to choose from that you get to show your autonomy in, that's the key to it." - Dr. Neeru Bakshi In this episode of The Healthy Project Podcast, we dive into an insightful conversation with Dr. Neeru Bakshi about breaking barriers and em...

In this episode, I engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Bryan O. Buckley. Currently, Dr. Buckley is the Director of Health Equity Initiatives at the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). We discuss the importance of creativity, passion, and collaboration in public health, and how to inspire and uplift others in both professional and personal realms. Tune in to learn about...

Driven by an urgent desire to create a more equitable healthcare system, Dr. Malika Fair was determined to make a difference - but she never expected that her mission would also spark a revolution in the medical profession. With a relentless commitment to social accountability, she is leading the charge to empower marginalized patients and inspire a new generation of physicians to prioritize inclu...

"Discover the effects of social mobility on health inequity and empower yourself to make a change." Here's what I cover with Darrell Hudson in this episode: 1. How racism impacts health and health inequities 2. The impact of historic policies on contemporary health and social inequities 3. The mental health repercussions of social mobility on upwardly mobile Black Americans. Darrell Hudson is an A...

This episode was sponsored by: Our Story Our Shot. Visit the website at https://www.ourstoryourshot.com/ April 13th  Listen to stories, mingle, and snack on appetizers while learning about people's experiences getting vaccinated. Sign up HERE In this podcast episode, Honey Yang Estrada, the first daughter of Hmong refugees and president of the North Carolina Community Health Workers Association, p...

Aubrey Alvarez, a health and wellness expert, embarks on a mission to bridge the gap between food abundance and food insecurity in America, uncovering the shocking truth of an insidious food apartheid and an unjust system of food waste. Aubrey Alvarez had always taken her access to food for granted - growing up in a rural town in Iowa, she had just assumed her food was grown in her backyard. Littl...

"Take Health Advocacy Into Your Own Hands: Support Your Community and Take Care of Your Own Health." "My goal is to get all of us to think about public health in that same way - to make sure our family is healthy and safe, to make sure we're supporting each other, and to take better care of each other so that we can be better human health advocates." Eugene L. Green is a public health advocate and...

In this episode of the Healthy Project podcast, host Corey Dion Lewis sits down with Jazzmine Brooks, a doula advocating for better care for black mothers. Jazzmine shares her thoughts on the practice barriers that prevent proper care for black mothers, including the delegitimizing of their knowledge, and the lack of affordable access to midwifery practices. She also shares her work supporting dir...

In this episode of the Healthy Project podcast, I sit down with Dr. Shah, a physician geriatrician and Chief Medical Officer at Broadlawns Medical Center, to discuss the importance of vaccination in protecting both individuals and communities. We delve into common misconceptions about vaccines, such as the idea that they change DNA or make women infertile, and explain the concept of herd immunity....

In this episode of our guest Kris Mereigh joins us to discuss the importance of understanding and addressing the unique stressors and experiences of employees in the workplace. We delve into the historical context and systemic issues that affect well-being and explore ways that employers can create a more inclusive and supportive work environment. From creating flexible workplace strategies to hir...

This episode delves into healthcare mistrust and how it impacts the Black community. We discuss the role of representation in building trust and explore ways that non-Black providers can better support and serve BIPOC patients. Our guest, Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, shares her experience as a Black female doctor, including any insecurities she may have faced and the proudest moments in her career. Tu...

"Monday is a day for a fresh start. And the beauty about Monday, the Monday effect on health, is that if you mess up one Monday, there are 52 other Mondays that you can make up." - Cherry Dumaual Cherry Dumaual is the PR and Partnerships Director for the Monday Campaigns, a nonprofit public health initiative that encourages people to use Monday as a day to get on a healthier track. With 12 years o...

To finish the My City My Health Series we have co-organizer Larry Twitty Jr. The conference was created to inspire people to have conversations about health and take action to improve their own health and the health of their communities. The most rewarding part of the experience for Larry has been the positive feedback he has received from people who have learned from the podcast and been inspired...

The host of the My City My Health series becomes the guest! In this episode it was fun to speak with My City My Health Intern Krisha Keeran about her experience with My City My Health, hosting a podcast for the first time, and much more! "It's important to remember that for many people, these free resources are their only source of healthcare, and it's important to just take one step - it can be r...

If you're feeling like your efforts to improve healthcare access and quality are not working, then this episode is for you! In this episode, you will learn  1. Corey's mother's experience with chronic illness and the lack of quality care she received  2. The importance of culturally responsive care in healthcare  3. The goal of the My City My Health conference. Join us at the My City My Health Des...

Join us at the My City My Health Des Moines Health Equity Summit to learn how you can reduce health disparities in your community. "Don't underestimate what a big difference you can make as an individual." Dr. Pat Ford is a doctor of physical therapy with a specialty in Orthopedics. he also runs a nonprofit called Project Onyx, which he co-founded. Project Onyx focuses on overcoming health dispari...

What if there was a science of happiness? "Positive emotions increase prosocial behavior, so it's important for public health as well." - Dr. Liana Lianov Dr. Liana Lianov is the Global Positive Health Institute founder and a leading expert in positive psychology and lifestyle medicine. She is passionate about this topic because she believes that positive emotions and healthy behaviors go hand in...

Dr. Chayla Morris joins Krisha on the Healthy project My City My Health edition to discuss how to improve health and equity in the community. "Community members can get involved with these efforts to help reduce health disparities. They can do small things to make a long-term difference." -Chayla Morris Chayla Morris is a native of Des Moines and works at Broadlawns Medical Center as their Clinica...

Violet is the first master class platform to teach people about culture, identities, and how to talk about race, gender, and sexuality.  In this episode, you will learn: 1. How does Violet help clinicians understand their patients better? 2. What is the future of the Violet platform? 3. How did Gaurang Choksi build a diverse company from a diverse background? About Gaurang Choksi: Gaurang Choksi i...

If you want to learn about health equity and the American Medical Association, then you have to check out this episode. The AMA's Health Equity Education Center provides a wealth of resources so that you can get informed about this important topic. You will learn about the importance of health equity. "Health equity is not about good intention or bad intention. It's about the impact of our decisio...

Patient safety is a serious global public health concern. There is a 1 in a million chance of a person being harmed while traveling by plane. In comparison, there is a 1 in 300 chance of a patient being harmed during health care. Industries with a perceived higher risk such as the aviation and nuclear industries have a much better safety record than health care. ( WHO ) In this episode, I speak wi...

You probably already know regular exercise is good for your heart and maintaining a healthy weight and strong muscles, but getting your heart racing can actually help to boost your thinking skills and brain health. There are plenty of good reasons to exercise, whether you want to lose weight, lower your blood pressure, or just feel better about yourself. In this episode, I speak with Dr. Michelle...

Health inequities exist in all medical specialties, including radiology.  In this episode with speak with Elan Adler, co-founder at RadButter Health.  In this episode we talk about: Challenges in radiology. The role radiology plays in healthcare disparities. Access to radiology services. What is RadButter? Connect with Elan Linkedin Twitter Website Connect with Corey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/c...

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Allison Young. Dr. Young is a board-certified psychiatrist and works with people who have a wide range of mental health issues. She is also into lifestyle medicine and thinks that it's important to differentiate between anxiety that is clinical and anxiety that is not. Clinical anxiety is defined by a specific constellation of symptoms and it impacts your function...

How can we improve health and reduce health inequity? By speaking to healthcare professionals, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs. In this episode, you will learn 1. The impact of social determinants on health 2. Racism as a public health threat 3. Disparities caused by social determinants of health Here's a breakdown of what is covered: [00:00:00] - Corey from the healthy project. [00:00:56] - We...