healthcare advocacy

In this episode, Podcast Lead Max Livingston and Host Krish Kodali sit down with Jaime Watt, the renowned Executive Chairman of Navigator, bestselling author, and a towering figure in Canada's political, commercial and cultural realms. Canada’s premier strategist for high-stakes communication strategy, Jaime has shaped public opinion and policy with his innovative approaches to complex issues. His influence stretches across the corporate world, professional services, not-for-profit organizations, and government sectors, making him a pivotal advisor to leaders and decision-makers nationwide.

As we explore his latest, best-selling book, "What I Wish I Said: Confessions of a Columnist," Jaime shares insights from his illustrious career, reflecting on moments of bold creativity and strategic daring that have marked his journey. This episode delves into the themes of authenticity, truth, and the power of words unspoken, providing a  glimpse into the mind of someone who has been at the heart of this nation's most transformative political and social campaigns.

Beyond his professional achievements, Jaime's commitment to equality, human rights, and community service is unparalleled. As Chancellor of OCAD University and a member of several influential boards, including the University Health Network and the Literary Review of Canada, his contributions to education, healthcare, and the arts have left an indelible mark on our society.

Join us as Jaime Watt reveals the inspiration behind his book, offers advice for aspiring leaders, and discusses the evolving landscape of public discourse in a world hungry for authenticity. Whether you're a professional, a student, or simply someone who appreciates the art of strategic communication, this episode promises to inspire and challenge in equal measure.

Jaime concludes the episode by reading the last paragraphs of his book, where he details his experience as an organ donation recipient. He encourages anyone looking to make a difference in the lives of others to consider organ donation as a profound act of generosity and compassion. 

What I Wish I Said (Available Everywhere):
https://www.whatiwishisaid.ca/

Navigator: 
https://navltd.com/

Become an Organ Donor (Canada):
https://beadonor.ca/ 

What I Wish I Said (Available Everywhere):
https://www.whatiwishisaid.ca/

Navigator:
https://navltd.com/

Become an Organ Donor (Canada):
https://beadonor.ca/

Kerry Johnson has worn many hats in her time as a nurse: bedside nurse, FNP, and Functional Medicine NP. What better person than her to teach the new nurses coming into the profession. Listen today to hear how Kerry got into education and how her passion for health turned her to functional medicine.

ABOUT KERRY

Kerry Johnson had been working as a nurse for several years when she decided to get her family nurse practitioner certification. Once she received that degree and was seeing patient’s in the clinic, she noticed how she wasn’t preventing disease, but just treating it. Patients were getting sicker and the healthcare system in which she was working just didn’t seem right to her. So she decided it was time to help patients in a different way and became certified in functional medicine. With that new knowledge and passion, she also decided it was time to teach others how to prevent disease, for their health and the health of their patients.

Kerry is now seeing patients her way by getting to the root of the problem and finding a way to help them get better, without just band-aiding the issues. I know firsthand how Kerry can help with many ailments and can’t speak highly enough of her compassion and knowledge for helping others. She is a great educator, for her patients and her students.

LINKS

Kerry’s website www.drkimwellness.org

Follow Kerry’s journey on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Healthy Project podcast with your host, Corey Dion Lewis. In today's episode, we dive deep into the world of health equity and the power of lived experiences with our esteemed guest, Quinny Sanchez Lopez. Quinny is passionate about stakeholder engagement, highlighting the voices of people with lived experiences, and equitable access to social drivers of health. Quinny currently serves as an appointed member of North Carolina’s Andrea Harris Equity Task Force. She earned her MSW at UNC-Chapel Hill where she concentrated in Community, Management, and Policy Practice.

Key Highlights:

1. Quinny's Motivation: Discover what drives Quinny every day, from the simple joys of cat ownership to the deeper commitment to improving others' lives.
2. Impact of Lived Experience: Learn how Quinny's background as a first-generation immigrant and Latina shapes her approach to healthcare and advocacy.
3. The Power of Listening and Trust Building: Quinny discusses the importance of active listening and trust-building in diverse professional environments.
4. Advocacy in Healthcare: Gain insights into the role of advocacy in healthcare, especially concerning marginalized communities.
5. The Need for Authentic Representation: Understand the significance of being authentic in professional settings and how it benefits community work.
6. Challenges and Opportunities in Healthcare: Quinny sheds light on the challenges in the healthcare industry and the need for innovative solutions from people with lived experiences.
7. Future Aspirations: Get a glimpse into Quinny's future goals, including fostering BIPOC leadership and potential podcast ventures focusing on Latina health.

Quinny’s journey is a testament to the power of personal experiences in shaping professional pathways and advocating for meaningful change in healthcare.

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Maggie Ortiz, a seasoned nurse with over 23 years of experience, brings a wealth of expertise to the nursing community. Having worked in diverse roles, including bedside nursing, administration, and as a Texas Board of Nursing investigator, Maggie is well-versed in protecting nurses from litigation. As the Founder of Advocates for Nurses, she educates fellow nurses on navigating challenges, shares valuable tips on self-protection, and offers her connection for nurses dealing with licensing issues.

Maggie returns this season to share insights into how nurses can protect themselves and provides her personal contact number to those facing potential issues regarding their license. She also teaches courses to empower nurses in safeguarding themselves while caring for patients.

When Gayla Prewitt sat by her husband Peter's bedside, navigating the healthcare system became her crucible, the outcome of which she shares with raw candor in our latest episode. Her book, "Vitamin  S-E-E," serves as a beacon of her advocacy journey, revealing the stark realities of intensive care units and the broader healthcare landscape that often seems indifferent to individual suffering. Her narration is a reminder of the strenuous path families tread through medical crisis and the systemic disregard for human life that she's striving to reform.

Throughout our conversation with Gayla, we uncover the moral quandaries and emotional tumult inherent in terminal diagnoses and end-of-life care. The dialogue takes a turn as we scrutinize controversial healthcare protocols that may prematurely end a patient's life, questioning the role of patient dignity and family consent in such grave decisions. Gayla's personal account, alongside others shared, presses us to consider the intricate web of medical ethics, patient rights, and the essence of caregiving, challenging the status quo of decision-making power held by insurance companies and hospital administrators.

The episode culminates with a powerful discussion on the role of faith and personal advocacy in the face of healthcare adversity. Gayla's venture into filmmaking and authorship exemplifies how one can channel grief and frustration into a catalyst for change, inspiring hope for a more empathetic, patient-centered healthcare experience. We share stories of loss and the quest for closure, igniting a call to arms for listeners to assert their rights and the rights of their loved ones in the face of medical adversity.

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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.

Bio

Ed Norwood is President of ERN/The National Council of Reimbursement Advocacy. He has been recognized as a unique and distinctive authority in transitional leadership and administrative laws that govern the healthcare delivery process. Ed has done hundreds of media interviews and lectures worldwide, focusing on public policy, healthcare advocacy, leadership development, and the lessons of the Jonestown Tragedy. He is available for booking interviews, lectures, and book tours in 2022.

Connect with Ed Norwwod!

Website:  ednorwood.com

Email:  ednorwood@ernenterprises.org

Facebook:  EdNorwoodBAGK

Instagram:  @champions_unleashed

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ernorwood/

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