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    Explore " health reform" with insightful episodes like "Dr. Eric Fethke, Pediatric Cardiologist and Author of The Privilege of Caring: A Doctor's Call To Heal The U.S. Healthcare System", "Navigating Health Disparities: Innovating Care Processes with Vanessa Guzman", "PHU 004: Universal Health Coverage (UHC)", "STEMinists: Florence Nightingale" and "U.S. Representative Courtney and the Cadillac Tax" from podcasts like ""HealthCare UnTold", "The Healthy Project Podcast", "Public Health Unpacked", "Womanica" and "The Bar on Healthcare"" and more!

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    Dr. Eric Fethke, Pediatric Cardiologist and Author of The Privilege of Caring: A Doctor's Call To Heal The U.S. Healthcare System

    Dr. Eric Fethke, Pediatric Cardiologist and Author of The Privilege of Caring: A Doctor's Call To Heal The U.S. Healthcare System

    Our guest today is Dr. Eric Fethke, one of the country’s top pediatric cardiologists. Dr. Fethke is known for successfully treating the most difficult heart conditions in babies, children, and adults. He is also the medical director of one of the nation’s premier cardiac screening programs for children: Heart Screen New York.

    Dr. Fethke is the author of a new book called, "The Privilege of Caring: A Doctor's Call to Heal the U.S. Health System."
    His book was inspired by one of his heart patients who continued to remind Dr. Fethke over decades of treatment that they were partners and collaborators on his health journey.

    Dr. Fetheke is also the host of "The of Pursuit of Health Podcast" which addresses a wide spectrum of ways to improve our health systems.

    HealthCare UnTold celebrates Dr. Eric Fethke for his lifetime work as a healer and health advocate.

    Navigating Health Disparities: Innovating Care Processes with Vanessa Guzman

    Navigating Health Disparities: Innovating Care Processes with Vanessa Guzman

    In this compelling episode of The Healthy Project Podcast, I welcome Vanessa Guzman, the dynamic force behind Smartrise Health, a platform meticulously designed to re-engineer and enhance care processes across health systems and organizations. Dive deep with us as we explore the innovative methodologies employed by Smartrise Health in mitigating health disparities and promoting equitable care.

    Discover insights into:


    • The comprehensive re-calibration and redesign of care processes for health systems and plans, ensure a robust framework to address disparities.
    • The meaningful impact and tangible outcomes of implementing Smart Rise’s strategies, including staggering savings and enriched community-focused programs.
    •  Educational platforms and fellowships aimed at empowering healthcare leaders and embedding a culture of health equity across organizations.
    • The benevolent layer of Smartrise, reinvests a significant portion of revenue into charitable activities, thus perpetuating a cycle of giving and community upliftment.

    Vanessa shares firsthand experiences and innovative approaches towards designing a healthcare model that doesn’t just identify, but also strategizes and implements practical solutions for bridging the gaps in quality care. We delve into not just the how but also the why behind creating a healthcare system that is equitable, accessible, and effectively addresses the root causes of disparities.


    Connect with Vanessa and explore more about Smartrise Health’s pivotal role in championing health equity, redefining care processes, and shaping the future of healthcare delivery. www.smartrisehealth.com


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    STEMinists: Florence Nightingale

    STEMinists: Florence Nightingale

    Every weekday, listeners explore the trials, tragedies, and triumphs of groundbreaking women throughout history who have dramatically shaped the world around us. In each 5 minute episode, we’ll dive into the story behind one woman listeners may or may not know -- but definitely should. These diverse women from across space and time are grouped into easily accessible and engaging monthly themes like Leading Ladies, Activists, STEMinists,  Hometown Heroes, and many more. Encyclopedia Womannica is hosted by WMN co-founder and award-winning journalist Jenny Kaplan. The bite-sized episodes pack painstakingly researched content into fun, entertaining, and addictive daily adventures.

    Encyclopedia Womannica was created by Liz Kaplan and Jenny Kaplan, executive produced by Jenny Kaplan, and produced by Liz Smith, Cinthia Pimentel, Grace Lynch, and Maddy Foley. Special thanks to Shira Atkins, Edie Allard, Luisa Garbowit, and Carmen Borca-Carrillo.

    We are offering free ad space on Wonder Media Network shows to organizations working towards social justice. For more information, please email Jenny at jenny@wondermedianetwork.com.

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    NEJM Interview: Dr. David Jones on the possibilities for finding solutions to health policy problems at the state level.

    NEJM Interview: Dr. David Jones on the possibilities for finding solutions to health policy problems at the state level.
    Dr. David Jones is an assistant professor of health policy and management at the Boston University School of Public Health. Stephen Morrissey, the interviewer, is the Managing Editor of the Journal. D.K. Jones, C. Pagel, and C.F. Koller. The Future of Health Care Reform — A View from the States on Where We Go from Here. N Engl J Med 2018;379:2189-91.

    NEJM Interview: Dr. Karen Joynt Maddox on alternative payment models and disincentives for treating high-risk patients.

    NEJM Interview: Dr. Karen Joynt Maddox on alternative payment models and disincentives for treating high-risk patients.
    Dr. Karen Joynt Maddox is an assistant professor of medicine at Washington University School of Medicine. Stephen Morrissey, the interviewer, is the Managing Editor of the Journal. K.E. Joynt Maddox. Financial Incentives and Vulnerable Populations - Will Alternative Payment Models Help or Hurt? N Engl J Med 2018;378:977-9.

    Robin Affrime: Implementing the ACA

    Robin Affrime: Implementing the ACA
    In this presentation, Robin Affrime discusses the impact the Affordable Care Act can have on community clinics that currently serve uninsured and poor populations. Affrime is CEO of CommuniCare Health Centers. This talk is from the November 2013 Center for Poverty Research conference The Affordable Care Act and Low Income Populations: Lessons from and Challenges for Research. This conference brought together a unique mix of researchers, policy professionals and industry leaders to discuss what the new law means for health care in this country, as well as its possible impacts on domestic poverty. Learn more at http://poverty.ucdavis.edu

    Peter Cunningham: The Impact of the ACA on Safety Net Hospitals and Access to Care

    Peter Cunningham: The Impact of the ACA on Safety Net Hospitals and Access to Care
    In this presentation, Peter Cunningham discusses his research on how the Affordable Care Act might affect how safety net hospitals that primarily serve poor populations care for their patients. Cunningham is a Senior Fellow and Director of Quantitative Research at the Center for Studying Health System Change. This talk is from the November 2013 Center for Poverty Research conference The Affordable Care Act and Low Income Populations: Lessons from and Challenges for Research. This conference brought together a unique mix of researchers, policy professionals and industry leaders to discuss what the new law means for health care in this country, as well as its possible impacts on domestic poverty. Learn more at http://poverty.ucdavis.edu

    Panel Discussion: Hospitals, Research and Health Reform

    Panel Discussion: Hospitals, Research and Health Reform
    In this panel discussion, moderator Joy Melnikow and panelists Ron Chapman, Neal Kohatsu, Robin Affrime and Kris Srinivasan consider how academic research might contribute to successful implementation of the Affordable Care Act. Melnikow is the Director of the Center for Healthcare Policy and Research. Robin Affrime is CEO of CommuniCare Health Centers. Ron Chapman is the Director of the California Department of Public Health. Neal Kohatsu is the Medical Director of the California Department of Health Care Services, and Kris Srinivasan is a practicing medical doctor for the UC Davis Health System and for CommuniCare Health Centers. This talk is from the November 2013 Center for Poverty Research conference The Affordable Care Act and Low Income Populations: Lessons from and Challenges for Research. This conference brought together a unique mix of researchers, policy professionals and industry leaders to discuss what the new law means for health care in this country, as well as its possible impacts on domestic poverty. Learn more at http://poverty.ucdavis.edu

    Panel Discussion: Health System Capacity and Access to Care

    Panel Discussion: Health System Capacity and Access to Care
    In this discussion, panelists Tom DeLeire, Peter Cunningham and Ian Hill consider the possible growth in demand for health care under the Affordable Care Act, and our network of hospitals and medical professionals will be able to meet that demand. DeLeire is a Professor of Public Policy at Georgetown University, Cunningham is a Senior Fellow and Director of Quantitative Research at the Center for Studying Health System Change, and Hill is a research fellow with the Urban Institute. This discussion is from the November 2013 Center for Poverty Research conference The Affordable Care Act and Low Income Populations: Lessons from and Challenges for Research. This conference brought together a unique mix of researchers, policy professionals and industry leaders to discuss what the new law means for health care in this country, as well as its possible impacts on domestic poverty. Learn more at http://poverty.ucdavis.edu

    Neal Kohatsu: Presentation on Implementing the ACA

    Neal Kohatsu: Presentation on Implementing the ACA
    In this presentation, Neal Kohatsu talks about the innovation needed to transform our current health system into one that bridges health care and public health. Kohatsu is the Medical Director of the California Department of Health Care Services. This talk is from the November 2013 Center for Poverty Research conference The Affordable Care Act and Low Income Populations: Lessons from and Challenges for Research. This conference brought together a unique mix of researchers, policy professionals and industry leaders to discuss what the new law means for health care in this country, as well as its possible impacts on domestic poverty. Learn more at http://poverty.ucdavis.edu

    Joy Melnikow: Presentation on Implementing the ACA

    Joy Melnikow: Presentation on Implementing the ACA
    In this short introduction to our panel discussion on the implementation of the Affordable Care Act, Joy Melnikow talks about how health professionals in the field can contribute to health care research. Melnikow is the Director of the Center for Healthcare Policy and Research, and a professor of family and community medicine at UC Davis. This talk is from the November 2013 Center for Poverty Research conference. The Affordable Care Act and Low Income Populations: Lessons from and Challenges for Research. This conference brought together a unique mix of researchers, policy professionals and industry leaders to discuss what the new law means for health care in this country, as well as its possible impacts on domestic poverty. Learn more at http://poverty.ucdavis.edu

    Ian Hill: Provider Capacity and the ACA

    Ian Hill: Provider Capacity and the ACA
    In this presentation, Ian Hill discusses how health care providers will meet the new need created by the Affordable Care Act, and how states are planning to cope with the higher demand for care. Hill is a research fellow with the Urban Institute. This talk is from the November 2013 Center for Poverty Research conference; The Affordable Care Act and Low Income Populations: Lessons from and Challenges for Research. This conference brought together a unique mix of researchers, policy professionals and industry leaders to discuss what the new law means for health care in this country, as well as its possible impacts on domestic poverty. Learn more at http://poverty.ucdavis.edu/

    Ann Stevens opening remarks, 2013 Affordable Care Act Conference

    Ann Stevens opening remarks, 2013 Affordable Care Act Conference
    Ann Huff Stevens provided these opening remarks for the Center for Poverty Research 2013 conference The Affordable Care Act and Low Income Populations: Lessons from and Challenges for Research. This conference brought together a unique mix of researchers, policy professionals and industry leaders to discuss what the new law means for health care in this country, as well as its possible impacts on domestic poverty. Stevens is the Director of the Center for Poverty Research, and Professor of Economics at UC Davis. She has served as an investigator on several grants from the National Science Foundation, including a study currently underway to better understand the relationship between cyclical movements in unemployment and mortality. Stevens is also a faculty research associate with the National Bureau of Economic Research. Learn more at http://poverty.ucdavis.edu

    Mitchell Katz Keynote, 2013 Affordable Care Act Conference

    Mitchell Katz Keynote, 2013 Affordable Care Act Conference
    In his keynote presentation, Mitchell Katz talks about the challenges of providing health care to poor and uninsured populations, and the changes required of county hospitals by the Affordable Care Act. Katz is the director of Los Angeles County Department of Health Services, which serves more than ten million residents, about one million of whom have no medical insurance. This talk is from the November 2013 Center for Poverty Research conference, The Affordable Care Act and Low Income Populations: Lessons from and Challenges for Research. This conference brought together a unique mix of researchers, policy professionals and industry leaders to discuss what the new law means for health care in this country, as well as its possible impacts on domestic poverty. Learn more at http://poverty.ucdavis.edu