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 inclusion. How will her bold initiative shape the future of healthcare? I wake up every day to solve prob...
Apr 11, 2023•29 min•Ep. 119
"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 Associate Professor of Public Health at the Brown School, Washington University in St. Louis. His wor...
Mar 28, 2023•38 min•Ep. 118
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, passionately advocates for her hyper-local community and challenges health systems to create sustainab...
Mar 07, 2023•33 min•Ep. 117
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. Little did she know, the lack of access to nutritious food was a reality for many, and when she was given...
Feb 14, 2023•45 min•Ep. 116
"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 human health advocate, working in the healthcare, marketing, and sales arena for almost 20 years. H...
Feb 07, 2023•34 min•Ep. 115
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 direct-entry midwifery programs to give community members access to the care they need. Throughout the ...
Jan 31, 2023•45 min•Ep. 114
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. Dr. Shah also shares personal stories of how vaccines have positively impacted the lives of patient...
Jan 24, 2023•20 min•Ep. 113
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 hiring a culture consultant, Kris provides valuable insights and actionable steps for employers to impr...
Jan 17, 2023•45 min•Ep. 112
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. Tune in for a thought-provoking and meaningful conversation on the importance of trust in healthcare. ...
Jan 10, 2023•31 min•Ep. 111
"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 of experience, Cherry works across the board on initiatives that cover diet, nutrition, stress manage...
Jan 02, 2023•22 min•Ep. 110
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 to make changes in their own lives. "I heard meetings getting set, and that's exactly what Corey an...
Dec 07, 2022•24 min•Ep. 109
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 really small - for example, you can just have a conversation about health equity, do a bit of researc...
Nov 30, 2022•21 min•Ep. 108
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 Moines Health Equity Summit to learn how you can reduce health disparities in your community. Connect ...
Nov 08, 2022•24 min•Ep. 107
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 disparities and disparities in the fitness space for black and brown youth, and young adults in the Des Moi...
Oct 25, 2022•16 min•Ep. 106
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 hand. Our brains are wired to look for the negative, but if we can find ways to focus on the positiv...
Oct 18, 2022•28 min•Ep. 105
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 Clinical Pharmacy Coordinator. She is excited about My City, My Health Des Moines, which is taking place in...
Oct 04, 2022•13 min•Ep. 104
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 is a gay man and Indian immigrant. As the CEO and founder of Violet, a company that is working to clos...
Sep 27, 2022•21 min•Ep. 103
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 decisions." Dr. Aletha Maybank is the senior vice president of the American Medical Association. She focuse...
Sep 20, 2022•28 min•Ep. 102
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 with Dr. Soojin Jun PharmD, a patient safety advocate/activist, passionate about patient safety, empat...
Sep 13, 2022•33 min•Ep. 101
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 Voss Ph.D., Psychological, and Brain Sciences, The University of Iowa. We discuss: What is the effec...
Sep 06, 2022•29 min•Ep. 100
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/coreydlewis/ **My City My Health Conference 2022** In Person : https://mycity.health/event/my-city-my-h...
Aug 30, 2022•26 min•Ep. 99
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 functioning for six months or more. I see a lot of people in the wellness world who try to manage their anxi...
Aug 23, 2022•22 min•Ep. 98
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] - Welcome Dr. Andrea Willis. [00:01:23] - Getting up in the morning. [00:05:41] - How does racism impact...
Aug 16, 2022•25 min•Ep. 97
If you're always worried about money, you're not alone. Find out the psychology behind scarcity and how it affects financial decision-making and mental health. You will learn how to overcome the psychological effects of scarcity. "I feel like, for the longest time, I was trying to figure out what is kind of my calling or purpose in life, and I believe I found it." Marlon Ewing is the founder of Bridging the Gap, a financial wellness organization that helps people of color build wealth and financ...
Aug 09, 2022•24 min•Ep. 96
" Telehealth has a place in healthcare, and it's going to help us make gains in some of the inequities that take place in the healthcare world." In this episode, I speak with Cody Hall, CEO of Octiva Healthcare Resources: My City My Health Conference 2022 Connect with Cody Linkedin Follow me on: Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn Website Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: Apple Podcast Spotify Support the show Support the show ★ Support this podcast ★...
Aug 02, 2022•19 min•Ep. 95
"I would say that as a doctor, nurse, or public health professional, you can use your powerful and trusted voice, get involved, and make sure this happens." Marisol Gonzalez is an environmental health researcher who has worked as a medical humanitarian aid worker. She is passionate about climate change and health and works to raise awareness about the health impacts of climate change. About Marisol Yglesias-Gonzalez I am an environmental health researcher and I study how climate change affects h...
Jul 26, 2022•28 min•Ep. 94
Become a supporter of The Healthy Project! When a patient's cultural background and mistrust of the healthcare system collide, it creates a barrier to medication adherence. "I always try to keep that spirit of advocacy on the forefront of whatever I'm doing." Chayla Morris is a Clinical Pharmacist and coordinator for Broadlawns Medical Center. She has a background in chronic disease state management and is passionate about patient advocacy. In the interview, they discuss medication adherence and...
Jul 19, 2022•29 min•Ep. 93
Become a supporter of The Healthy Project! There has been widespread acceptance of physical activity as a global public health issue, with many countries including it as part of their national public health plans. Unfortunately, physical activity is often treated as a secondary factor hidden in broad non-communicable disease planning efforts. About Steven Loy Ph.D Steven Loy, Ph.D. is an exercise physiologist with a current emphasis on creating more visibility for the field of Kinesiology in the...
Jul 12, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 92
"Workplace wellness during the pandemic." can cause all sorts of pain. Case in point: You feel overwhelmed and underprepared to care for yourself and others during the pandemic.. Coach Melody has been there and I'm excited to share her solution with you in this episode. Coach Melody is a health and wellness expert who focuses on corporate wellness. She is the founder and president of Unwrapped You and has been working in the wellness industry since 2013. This is Coach Melody's story... Coach Mel...
Jul 05, 2022•22 min•Ep. 91
Join us as we speak with Joy Marsh, Vice President of Equity and Inclusion at UCare. She discusses the importance of collaboration and community in addressing health disparities. "The more we can stay curious, understand more of what the current costs are for everyone, then the more we begin to appreciate the investments that are being made in the places, even if we don't feel as though those investments directly benefit us." Joy Marsh is the Vice President of Equity and Inclusion at UCare. She ...
Jun 28, 2022•27 min•Ep. 90
