Episode 30: Health Inequity
The long standing and large disparity in longevity and life expectancy between Black and White Americans is hard evidence of serious health inequities. Disparities in health result from factors influencing both the 80% of health that happens outside of the doctor’s office, as well as the 20% that happens within the healthcare system. This episode talks with two leaders doing transformational work at many levels. Guests: Dr. Aletha Maybank, MD, MPH, Chief Health Equity Officer for the American Medical Association, Pediatrician and Preventive Medicine Specialist. Dr. Willie Underwood III, MD, MSc, MPH, FACS, Executive Director of Buffalo Center for Health Equity, Member of the American Medical Association Board of Trustees, Urology Specialist.
