Changemakers Episodes

Aug. 20, 2024

51 I Equity as Value — Integrating Cultural Inclusivity in Healthcare…

Summary: We discuss the importance of understanding the diverse demographic makeup of patients and tailoring healthcare metrics like A1c and blood pressure to community needs. We explore the challenges of engaging immigrant c...

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May 22, 2024

46 I Safe Place International: Nurturing Leadership and Hope for LGBT…

Summary: We explore the heart-wrenching yet inspiring journeys of Tom, Arnold, Cathy, and Brainze as they navigate the challenges of being LGBTQIA+ individuals in Africa. Despite facing severe rejection, discrimination, and l...

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Feb. 21, 2024

40 I 50 Years Later—Michael Byun Reflects on ACRS Approach to Address…

Summary: We dive deep into the nuanced world of healthcare interpretation and cultural competency with Michael Byun , exploring the critical role language and cultural understanding play in delivering care to diverse communit...

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Feb. 7, 2024

39 I The Founding of Asian Counseling & Referral Services (ACRS): A …

Summary: On this episode, we interview Theresa Fujiwara , co-founder of the Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS). We discuss the grassroots origins of ACRS and its pivotal role in providing culturally responsive menta...

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Oct. 9, 2023

30 I Shankar Rai: A Surgeon's Journey from Rural Nepal to Internation…

In this episode of Healthcare for Humans, host Raj Sundar interviews Shankar Rai, a pioneering plastic surgeon from Nepal. Shankar shares his incredible journey, from being the sole healthcare provider in a remote area withou...

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