In this conversation, Dr. Vanessa Kerry discusses her journey in global health, influenced by her early experiences in countries like Vietnam, Uganda, and Rwanda. She emphasizes the importance of addressing health inequities and the need for a robust healthcare workforce. As the co-founder of Seed Global Health, she shares insights on training healthcare workers and the organization's mission to improve health systems. Dr. Kerry also highlights the intersection of climate change and health, her role as the WHO Special Envoy for Climate Change and Health, and the importance of viewing health as an investment rather than a cost. Throughout the conversation, she reflects on her family values, leadership style, and the challenges of balancing her professional and personal life.

Show Links

* Her mother's book on mental health - https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Not-Alone-Experience/dp/0060969776

* Seed Global Health - https://seedglobalhealth.org/

* Seed Global on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/seedglobalhealth/

* Dr. Vanessa Kerry on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vbkerry/

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In this episode of the Reaching Higher podcast, Dr. Uché Blackstock discusses her journey in healthcare, inspired by her mother, and her advocacy for health equity. She highlights the importance of community engagement, the impact of historical policies like the Flexner Report, and the need for systemic changes to address health disparities. Dr. Blackstock also emphasizes the financial imperative of health equity, the role of AI in healthcare, and the significance of maternal health policies. Her work through Advancing Health Equity aims to bridge the gap between national initiatives and local community needs, ensuring that everyone has access to quality care.

Show Links

• Dr. Blackstock's website: https://ucheblackstock.com/
• Articles on Time: https://time.com/author/uche-blackstock/
• Legacy book: https://www.amazon.com/Legacy-Physician-Reckons-Racism-Medicine/dp/0593491289
• Flexner Report: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flexner_Report
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ucheblackstockmd/

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• Actor Adrian Grenier -- speaking about shifting from a global focus to hyper local when it comes to his social do-gooding
• News Anchor, Wendy Tokuda -- highlighting why some of the 17 years old from her non-profit, Students Rising Above impressed her the most
• Dr. Joseph Wu, former President of the AHA and head of Stanford's Cardiology Lab -- his advice to President Trump on why STEM is so important
• Liana Guzman, CEO of FOLX Health -- talks about the future of healthcare and why it's so important to connect mind, body and community
• Al Roker of the Today Show -- Al shares why John Lewis is the famous person he was so impressed with based on his optimism and hope for America
• U.S. Senate candidate, Mallory McMorrow -- recounts her now famous speech on the MI Senate floor and the advice her mom gave her after the speech
• Rolling Stones keyboardist, Chuck Leavell -- shares a few tips on what everyone can do to help improve our environment
• Dr. Bayo Winchell-Curry, trailblazer in healthcare advocacy -- Dr. Bayo stresses the importance of taking a few seconds to focus on the ONE positive thing

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