Off the Charts: Examining the Health Equity Emergency

Reflections and Insights

Hosts Kari Haley, MD, and Steven Jackson, MD, close the year by looking back on six seasons of the award-winning “Off the Charts.” The pair share what they’ve learned and how they’ve applied it to their day-to-day work.Hosts: Kari Haley, MD, and Steven Jackson, MDHealthPartners website: Off the Charts podcastGot an idea? Have thoughts to share? We want to hear from you. Email us at offthecharts@healthpartners.com.

Melrose Center Helps with Eating Disorders

Dr. Margaret Funk is passionate about the treatment of eating disorders at Melrose Center. She shares what inspired her to pursue this area of medicine and impactful moments she has had with patients. She also covers the complications and misconceptions about eating disorders, Melrose Center’s multidisciplinary approach, and the challenges of social media.Melrose Center also has its own podcast, Melrose Heals.Hosts: Kari Haley, MD, and Steven Jackson, MDGuest: Dr. Margaret FunkHealthPartners website: Off the Charts podcastGot an idea? Have thoughts to share? We want to hear from you. Email us at offthecharts@healthpartners.com.

Honoring Different Food Cultures

Family nurse practitioner Munira MaalimIsaq and Dr. Yeng Yang share how they’ve helped patients from various cultural backgrounds manage high blood pressure and diabetes without giving up the foods that mean the most to them. Learn how culturally sensitive dietary guidance is making a difference in patient outcomes and trust.Hosts: Kari Haley, MD, and Steven Jackson, MDGuests: Munira MaalimIsaq and Dr. Yeng YangHealthPartners website: Off the Charts podcastGot an idea? Have thoughts to share? We want to hear from you. Email us at offthecharts@healthpartners.com.

Dementia and Music to Access Memory

Shelley Quiala and Paul Scholtz of Cantus Vocal Ensemble explore the powerful intersection of music and memory through the group’s performances. Quiala, Cantus’ executive director, and Scholtz, artistic co-director, share how song, personal stories and community partnerships transform perceptions of dementia. The conversation highlights how the arts can foster healing and connection.Hosts: Kari Haley, MD, and Steven Jackson, MDGuests: Shelley Quiala and Paul ScholtzHealthPartners website: Off the Charts podcastGot an idea? Have thoughts to share? We want to hear from you. Email us at offthecharts@healthpartners.com.

Opioids, Outreach and Innovation in St. Paul

Dr. Aaron Burnett, medical director for Regions EMS and the St. Paul Fire Department, and SPFD assistant chief Steve Sampson discuss how their teams are confronting the opioid crisis on St. Paul streets. They share how a new program using Suboxone helps first responders treat opioid use disorder more effectively and compassionately. With a focus on community trust, collaboration and meeting people where they are, this conversation highlights the power of innovation in the public health response.Hosts: Kari Haley, MD, and Steven Jackson, MDGuests: Aaron Burnett, MD, and Steve SampsonHealthPartners website: Off the Charts podcastGot an idea? Have thoughts to share? We want to hear from you. Email us at offthecharts@healthpartners.com.