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November 19, 2024 31 mins

The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America From Molecule to Market with Sheila Thorne, Episode 09

In this episode of Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in Diverse America from Molecule to Market, Sheila Thorne speaks with Richard Allen Williams, MD, President and CEO of the Minority Health Institute & founder of the Association of Black Cardiologists. Also author of several influential books on heart health in the African American community, Dr. Williams has dedicated his illustrious career to addressing health disparities, particularly in cardiology, and promoting a more equitable healthcare system.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

 * The historical context and current state of heart disease in African American communities.

 * The critical role of cultural competence and humility in improving healthcare outcomes for minorities.

 * The importance of self-advocacy in healthcare settings and strategies for prevention and management of heart disease.

 * The founding and impact of the Association of Black Cardiologists in addressing the unique health needs of the African American community.

 * Dr. Williams' personal journey and contributions to the field of cardiology and minority health.

Learn more about Richard Allen Williams, MD: * Connect with Dr. Williams on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/minorityhealth/ 

 * Visit Minority Health Institute’s website: http://mhinst.org/  

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About The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America From Molecule to Market: Each episode of Sheila Thorne’s The Kaleidoscope podcast highlights leaders and patients of color to discuss culturally linguistically appropriate strategies and services.

 * Subscribe to The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America From Molecule to Market on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-kaleidoscope-healthcare-in-a-diverse-america-from-molecule-to-market/id1715004411

 * Subscribe to The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America From Molecule to Market video series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SheilaThorne

Connect with Sheila Thorne:

 * Website: https://sheilathorne.com

 * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheila-thorne-63b5a32

 * Twitter: https://twitter.com/sthornemhmg

 * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SheilaThorne

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