Healthcare for Humans

63 I Trauma-Informed Care for FGM/C Survivors: Lessons from Isatou and Joanna

We delve into the sensitive and impactful topic of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) in a compelling two-part series, highlighting its prevalence among over 230,000 women and girls in the US, particularly in the Seatt...

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Jan. 14, 2025

63 I Trauma-Informed Care for FGM/C Survivors: Lessons from Isatou an…

We delve into the sensitive and impactful topic of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) in a compelling two-part series, highlighting its prevalence among over 230,000 women and girls in the US, particularly in the Seatt...

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Jan. 2, 2025

62 I When Food Meets Healthcare: Making Nutrition Accessible with Bra…

We welcome Bradd Williams, a seasoned healthcare professional with over 25 years of experience, who currently works at Homestyle Direct, a medically tailored meal provider. Exploring the intersection of food, health, and equi...

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Dec. 30, 2024

61 I The Hidden Equity Gap: How Outdated Tech Hurts Healthcare Access…

We delve into the critical topic of fax machines and their surprising impact on health equity with Bevey Miner, a seasoned expert in healthcare technology. Drawing from over two decades of experience, Bevey illuminates the co...

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Dec. 26, 2024

60 I Transforming Cardiometabolic Care: Innovation Meets Equity with …

We welcome back Dr. Avantika Waring from 9 AM Health to discuss her vision for cardiometabolic care, emphasizing equity in treating diabetes, obesity, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension through innovative virtual models. Dr. Wa...

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Dec. 23, 2024

59 I Beyond Metrics: Building Equitable Patient Experience with Sven …

We welcome Sven Gerlinger to discuss the importance of health equity in patient experience at Northwell Health. We explore how equitable care is deeply personal and why it's essential to segment data to ensure all voices, esp...

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Dec. 13, 2024

58 I The Future of Geriatric Healthcare — Ageism and Equity with Dr. …

We dive into the significance of health equity and systemic ageism in healthcare with Dr. Maria Carney from Northwell Health , a leading geriatrician and palliative medicine physician. Dr. Carney shares her expertise on the c...

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Raj Sundar

Family Physician/Community Organizer/ Leader/ Father

Dr. Raj Sundar is a family medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente Washington with a commitment to patient-centered care and a passion for promoting diversity and inclusivity in healthcare. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Sundar is a healthcare leader overseeing the care of over 60,000 patients and leading the Health Equity Action Team (HEAT), a dedicated group of over 500 members working to advance healthcare equity through community organizing.

Dr. Sundar also has made significant contributions to the medical field through his articles published in Health Affairs, Annals of Family Medicine, Family Medicine, and the Center for Health Journalism. He has also been featured in news articles, such as "Doctors Making a Difference: Raj Sundar, MD" on wsma.org.

He is widely recognized for his podcast, "Healthcare for Humans," where he shares his experiences and insights on providing culturally sensitive healthcare. This podcast serves as a resource for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of diverse communities and improve their patient care.