Reckoning With Racism In Medicine

This podcast episode explores the deep-rooted racial disparities in the US healthcare system, as unveiled through the personal experiences of Dr. Uche Blackstock. Her near-death experience and her mother's untimely demise due to leukemia ignited her passion for addressing systemic inequities, particularly for Black women. Dr. Blackstock's work as an emergency physician during the COVID-19 pandemic further highlighted the devastating impact of these disparities. She delves into the history of medical racism, the Flexner Report's impact on Black medical schools, and the chronic stress faced by Black individuals due to environmental toxins and systemic racism. Dr. Blackstock emphasizes the urgent need for anti-racism training in medical institutions, ensuring respectful patient experiences, and engaging all healthcare professionals in the fight against racial disparities, ultimately aiming to create a healthcare system that values the well-being of all individuals.