Tom Doran: Helping Health Customers and Members Obtain Health Services

In this episode of Disability Matters, Joyce Bender interviews Tom Doran, the president of Highmark Health Plan, about his career journey from aerospace engineering to healthcare administration and Highmark's commitment to employing individuals with disabilities. Doran shares his personal experiences and insights on the benefits of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, highlighting Highmark's various initiatives and its impact on the community. Jennifer Mathis joins the show to discuss Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the importance of affirmative action in employing people with disabilities, urging listeners to submit comments on the Department of Labor's proposed rule. The episode concludes with Doran's advice for young people with disabilities and a quote from Temple Grandin, emphasizing the value of difference and the importance of perseverance.