Dr. Quianta Moore grew up in Pennsylvania, moved to Texas, and then found her path through medicine, law, and policy. She now leads the Hackett Center for Mental Health where she’s focused on access to care, early brain development, and what happens to women during times like menopause or postpartum.
- We’ll learn what shaped her career and why she took risks to tackle gaps in women’s health.
- We’ll talk about mental health challenges uniquely impacting women, from isolation to the cost and coverage of care.
- We’ll hear how common sense can make a difference while we wait for research.
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Key Questions Answered
1. What is Dr. Quianta Moore’s background and journey into medicine and public health?
2. How did Dr. Moore become interested in women’s health?
3. Why did Dr. Moore pursue both medical and legal training, and how did that shape her career?
4. What is the Hackett Center for Mental Health, and what does Dr. Moore do there?
5. How did Hurricane Harvey affect health outcomes in Houston?
6. What is the relationship between mental health and physical health in women, especially around menopause?
7. What disparities do women face in healthcare coverage and costs?
8. What challenges exist for women seeking menopause-related care?
9. How does social connectedness impact mental health, and are there examples from Houston communities?
10. How did the COVID-19 pandemic affect mental health, especially for children and adolescents?
Timestamped Overview
00:00 Choosing Medicine: A Journey
04:08 Hackett Center for Mental Health Leadership
06:57 Immediate Action over Waiting for Research
12:19 Ophthalmology Fellowship Success Story
15:10 Focus: Early Brain Development Impact
18:34 Women: Disproportionate Health Care Burdens
22:20 Addressing Menopause in the Workplace
24:35 Community Resource Platform Development
28:12 Parental Isolation and Social Connection
31:19 Early Brain Development and COVID Impact
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