Integrating Food into Healthcare: A Conversation with Pamela Schwartz of Kaiser Permanente

In this episode of Root of the Issue, we explore the powerful intersection of food, health, and equity with Pamela Schwartz, the Executive Director of Community Health for Kaiser Permanente. Pamela shares her journey and the motivations behind her work in advancing health equity. She discusses her role in leading initiatives that address critical needs such as food, housing, and financial security within Kaiser Permanente's communities. A highlight of the conversation is the groundbreaking Kaiser Permanente Food is Medicine Center of Excellence, which Pam helped establish to integrate food and nutrition into healthcare on a national scale. Join us as we delve into Pamela’s inspiring efforts to drive the uptake of food as medicine programs and her vision for a healthier future for all.