With all of the new COVID variants popping up, the Docs discuss some of the new developments and CDC recommendations for staying safe. The number of cases of the Delta Variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus is ramping up and causing communities and governments to reinstate mask mandates. The Delta Variant is affecting children more than prior variants, causing the Docs to think about the impact it the virus is having on their kids. The Docs discuss who is eligible for booster shots and what that means ...
Aug 24, 2021•19 min•Ep. 63
The Docs discuss how they handle stress though exercise and spiritual practice and how stress can negatively impact their relationships. Staying grounded is a decision we each have to individually make, and sometimes make as a family and a community. Want to see your favorite Docs at SXSW 2022?? Vote for 3 Black Docs to be panelists HERE . -- New Episodes every Tuesday, available wherever you get your podcasts! Rate and Subscribe! Also, join us for our live streams on Facebook and Youtube! Sign ...
Aug 17, 2021•17 min•Ep. 62
With all of the discussion around the Olympics, The Docs take a look at Simone Biles, the Twisties and the pressures of success. The Olympic Games showcase athletes at peak physical performance. In order to perform physically, athletes also need to be mentally prepared for the stress of their sport. Gold Medal Gymnast Simone Biles shocked the nation when she withdrew from the team competition because of mental health reasons, citing "the Twisties" - a phenomenon where gymnasts lose control of th...
Aug 10, 2021•31 min•Ep. 61
What is your work culture like? Are you expected to go above and beyond to prove your worth? The Docs talk about work expectations and how our work culture is changing. -- New Episodes every Tuesday, available wherever you get your podcasts! Rate and Subscribe! Also, join us for our live streams on Facebook and Youtube! Sign Up for our newsletter here or at 3BlackDocs.com Please take a moment to fill out our survey so we can continue to bring you the content you love! Join the Conversation! Foll...
Jul 20, 2021•12 min•Ep. 60
The Docs discuss the experience of trauma from two perspectives: the history of trauma in the Black community and recognizing the trauma we are facing as we approach the post-COVID era. A discussion of Netflix's new show "High on the Hog" leads to a discussion about the trauma Black people have faced as a community and how that generational trauma has been passed on in our actions and habits. Furthermore, Dr. Zanetta speaks on her COVID induced anxiety, and how the nation will begin healing from...
Jul 06, 2021•25 min•Ep. 59
Did you celebrate Juneteenth this year? What about previous years? What did you do to celebrate? How will that change in the future? The Docs discuss new possibilities for celebrating Juneteenth now that the holiday will be a 3-day weekend in the future. The Docs brainstorm heritage sites they and their families could visit to enrich their understanding of Black history. Juneteenth - also known as Jubilee Day, Emancipation Day, Freedom Day, and Black Independence Day - is the oldest nationally c...
Jun 29, 2021•23 min•Ep. 58
Happy Juneteenth! The Docs reflect on what it means for Juneteenth to be declared a new national holiday! Juneteenth - also known as Jubilee Day, Emancipation Day, Freedom Day, and Black Independence Day - is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. From its Galveston, Texas origin in 1865, the observance of June 19th as the African American Emancipation Day has spread across the United States and beyond. On June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden ...
Jun 22, 2021•17 min•Ep. 57
Have you changed your appearance at work or in other spaces to become more "palatable" or to fit in? The Docs discuss their journeys into accepting the fullness of who they are - regardless of societal expectation. Our self-esteem and self-worth is often affected by societal expectation of how we should look or act, especially as Black women. The Docs talk about how they came to terms with wearing their hair natural, and how freeing the experience was. Additionally, they talk about Billy Porter'...
Jun 15, 2021•28 min•Ep. 56
On May 21, 2021, video footage was leaked of the arrest of Ronald Greene - a Black man whose family was told he died in an accident following a high speed chase - in 2019. The footage is considered one of the worst examples of excessive force that we have seen. This happened in Monroe, LA, Dr. Zanetta's home town. The Docs discuss their feelings about the situation and how society and policy continue to contribute to the inequitable experience of Black individuals in this country. More about Ron...
Jun 01, 2021•19 min•Ep. 55
It's our ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY! Can you believe it? We can't! The Docs (and their producer) talk about their favorite and least favorite moments of the past year! Join us for the laughs! We celebrate Dr. Zanetta's 40th birthday (she doesn't look it, right?), and reflect on launching a podcast during the pandemic. Then, Dr. Tiffany comes in with the questions that really make us think about our best moments. Thank you to you - our listeners - for keeping up with us this last year. We love to hear ...
May 25, 2021•32 min•Ep. 54
How do you handle the major transitions in your life? As Dr. Zanetta approaches a milestone birthday, the Docs reflect on how major transitions - from career changes to a death in the family - in their lives have affected them. COVID has forced many people to slow down and to determine what is important to them and how they want to live their lives moving forward. The Docs discuss how aging has given them new perspectives on their jobs, roles in their families, and how they see themselves as the...
May 18, 2021•26 min•Ep. 53
Have you noticed a difference in your sleep schedule? How is your sleep health? In this excerpt from our July "Happy Hour Live", The Docs get into the new phenomenon of "COVID-somnia" - insomnia induced by the COVID pandemic and some ways to help manage your sleep and mental health during this new period of transition. Neurologists are saying that due to the COVID-19 pandemic people have had an increased need for sleep medication due to shifts in their sleep patterns. Dr. Zanetta gives a few tip...
May 04, 2021•22 min•Ep. 52
What do you do to get centered and grounded? The Docs talk about their practices of self-centering and how they use discipline to ground and better themselves. Dr. Tiffany talks about how lent is a moment for her to "get her life together". Dr. Karen speaks on the importance of meditation and being alone with one's thoughts. Dr. Zanetta talks about gratitude. -- New Episodes every Tuesday, available wherever you get your podcasts! Rate and Subscribe! Also, join us for our live streams on Faceboo...
Apr 27, 2021•27 min•Ep. 51
We know the phrase "You are what you eat", but do we know what we are actually eating? In the US, we have moved away from farm fresh foods, and toward more processed foods which has affected the way our bodies process food. The Docs delve into the impact of the food industry on our health and wellness. Dr. Karen brings up the documentary, Food, Inc. and how corporate farming and policy has affected what foods are available to the community; Dr. Tiffany talks about the benefits of a veggie heavy ...
Apr 20, 2021•30 min•Ep. 50
The Docs have a conversation about food deserts and how access to affordable healthy food options makes a difference for the health of our communities inspired by an article in "Eating Well". Food deserts are regions where people have limited access to healthful and affordable food. This may be due to having a low income or having to travel farther to find healthful food options. However, research has shown that proximity to a grocery store is not the same as access to affordable food options. T...
Apr 13, 2021•29 min•Ep. 49
We are continuing our conversation with Ms. Joan Rodriguez as our patient advocate for Mutiple Myeloma Awareness Month! She was such a powerhouse and had so many #gems to share with us about her journey with Multiple Myeloma. Ms. Joan says "Educating yourself is empowering" and she exemplifies this concept with her own story. Joan Rodriguez is a native Bostonian. In 2003, she was diagnosed with MGUS and had progressive neuropathy. After a less than pleasant experience with one doctor, she switch...
Apr 06, 2021•32 min•Ep. 48
We were so excited to have Joan Rodriguez on as our patient advocate for Mutiple Myeloma Awareness Month! She was such a powerhouse and had so many #gems to share with us about her journey with Multiple Myeloma. Ms. Joan says "Educating yourself is empowering" and she exemplifies this concept with her own story. Joan Rodriguez is a native Bostonian. In 2003, she was diagnosed with MGUS and had progressive neuropathy. After a less than pleasant experience with one doctor, she switched to another ...
Mar 30, 2021•31 min•Ep. 47
We are continuing our conversation with Dr. Paula O'Connor and delving into the role of pharma in access to medicine and clinical trials. Dr. O'Connor goes over the safety measures in place to keep patients safe throughout a trial and how clinical trials can give access to novel drugs to patients who may not otherwise be able to afford them. About Dr. Paula O'Connor Dr. O'Connor is a hematologist oncologist with over 15 years of experience in biotech and drug development leading Clinical Develop...
Mar 23, 2021•37 min•Ep. 46
We are so excited for this next episode with our special guest, Dr. Paula O'Connor! We talk about finding your path in medicine and all of the many opportunities there are to follow your passions within the medical field. Dr. O'Connor gave us so many gems development of career and development of self. About Dr. Paula O'Connor Dr. O'Connor is a hematologist oncologist with over 15 years of experience in biotech and drug development leading Clinical Development, Medical Affairs functions, managing...
Mar 16, 2021•24 min•Ep. 45
March is Multiple Meyeloma Awareness Month. In this episode, The Docs go over the treatment and diagnosis of multiple myeloma, as well as a few resource organizations and clinical trials you can reach out to today. Listen to Part I for signs and symptoms of multiple myeloma. Multiple myeloma is a cancer that forms in a type of white blood cell called a plasma cell. Healthy plasma cells help you fight infections by making antibodies that recognize and attack germs. In multiple myeloma, cancerous ...
Mar 09, 2021•21 min•Ep. 44
March is Multiple Meyeloma Awareness Month. In this episode, The Docs go over the signs and symptoms of multiple myeloma, how it is diagnosed, and some ways to help lower your risk. Multiple myeloma is a cancer that forms in a type of white blood cell called a plasma cell. Healthy plasma cells help you fight infections by making antibodies that recognize and attack germs. In multiple myeloma, cancerous plasma cells accumulate in the bone marrow and crowd out healthy blood cells. Rather than prod...
Mar 02, 2021•29 min•Ep. 43
The Docs always say "health begins at home", but beyond personal responsibility our health is impacted by other factors of our environment known as the Social Determinants of Health. What are they? Why do they matter? And how do they contribute to health disparities? How do they impact cancer outcomes? The World Health Organization (WHO) defines Social Determinants of Health as the non-medical factors that influence health outcomes; simply put the circumstances in which we live work and play. Th...
Feb 23, 2021•27 min•Ep. 42
What do you want to know about the COVID Vaccine? Should cancer patients get the vaccine? Is it safe for Black people? What are some of the side effects? The Docs get into the questions they've been asked and talk about the data surrounding the vaccine and the different companies producing the vaccine. Things you should know about the COVID-19 Vaccine: The Vaccine is not killing people. COVID is. The vaccine is provided at no cost to you. It will be widely available at local pharmacies. Get both...
Feb 16, 2021•34 min•Ep. 41
As part of Black History Month, we are going in-depth into some of the social determinants of health and how they are impacted - or instituted - by society at large. This week, we take a look at the policies of redlining and the long term impact of forced segregation on the Black community. In the 30s, the Federal Housing Administration began a policy known as "redlining" as part of the New Deal. This was a two part effort that both refused to insure mortgages in and near African-American neighb...
Feb 09, 2021•24 min•Ep. 40
How can we begin to build trust in the Black community? A twitter question prompts a discussion about how institutions can invest in and build trust in underserved communities. The Docs ask: is it possible to have a for profit healthcare system that also invests in the community? What institutions do you still trust? We understand that for institutions to build trust in communities, it has to be a long term investment. There has to be a mind shift to a mindset of service to the community and a c...
Feb 02, 2021•33 min•Ep. 39
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month! This episode is all about screening and prevention of cervical cancer; and The Docs take an in-depth look into how access to health education and medical care (or lack thereof) can affect specific regions and populations. Cervical cancer is caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). As Dr. Tiffany referenced from the article , "Nobody should die of cervical cancer" as it is one of the most preventable and curable cancers. Cervical cancer prevention occu...
Jan 26, 2021•23 min•Ep. 38
Do you have new goals for this year? The Docs discuss their New Year traditions and goals for 2021. -- New Episodes every Tuesday, available wherever you get your podcasts! Rate and Subscribe! Also, join us for our monthly live podcasts on Facebook and Youtube! Sign Up for our newsletter here or at 3BlackDocs.com Join the Conversation! Follow us on social media! 3 Black Docs facebook.com/3blackdocs twitter.com/3blackdocs instagram.com/3blackdocs YouTube.com/3blackdocs Dr. Karen Winkfield faceboo...
Jan 19, 2021•23 min•Ep. 37
The Docs reflect on the events of Breach of the Capitol and the Culture of Violence that has become pervasive in the US. The actions we witnessed have been brewing for awhile, and the Docs discuss some of the changes they've seen in their lifetimes that have contributed to this new culture, such as scanning for exits in the movie theatre. -- New Episodes every Tuesday, available wherever you get your podcasts! Rate and Subscribe! Also, join us for our monthly live podcasts on Facebook and Youtub...
Jan 12, 2021•27 min•Ep. 36
How has Dr. Google, or the internet, affected how patients receive care? How are physicians dealing with the added pressures of COVID misinformation? -- New Episodes every Tuesday! Rate and Subscribe so you don't miss a beat! Also, join us for our monthly live podcasts on Facebook and Youtube! Join the Conversation! Follow us on social media! 3 Black Docs facebook.com/3blackdocs twitter.com/3blackdocs instagram.com/3blackdocs YouTube.com/3blackdocs Dr. Karen Winkfield facebook.com/drwinkfield tw...
Jan 05, 2021•18 min•Ep. 35
What is school like for kids? What is isolation like for our elders? Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Zanetta talk about how their family lives have changed since COVID and how they are finding ways to stay virtually connected to their parents. Dr. Karen speaks on the toll of isolation. Stay tuned in for a special holiday message from Dr. Zanetta! -- New Episodes every Tuesday! Rate and Subscribe so you don't miss a beat! Also, join us for our monthly live podcasts on Facebook and Youtube! Join the Conversat...
Dec 29, 2020•25 min•Ep. 34
