In this episode of Digital MD, Dr. Liz Kwo engages with Dr. Aditi Mallick, the acting director of CMS Office of Minority Health. Dr. Mallick shares her journey from clinical medicine to a pivotal role in shaping healthcare policy, emphasizing the integration of health equity into CMS policies and programs. Inspired by personal experiences and a deep understanding of healthcare's complexities, Dr. Mallick discusses her commitment to enhancing care for minority populations and her approach to systemic health improvements.
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Health Equity Leadership: ...
In this episode of Digital MD, Dr. Liz Kwo engages with Dr. Aditi Mallick, the acting director of CMS Office of Minority Health. Dr. Mallick shares her journey from clinical medicine to a pivotal role in shaping healthcare policy, emphasizing the integration of health equity into CMS policies and programs. Inspired by personal experiences and a deep understanding of healthcare's complexities, Dr. Mallick discusses her commitment to enhancing care for minority populations and her approach to systemic health improvements.
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Health Equity Leadership: Dr. Mallick’s role in transforming health policy to be more inclusive and equitable.
- Personal Journey: How personal experiences with healthcare disparities motivated her career in medicine and policy.
- Systemic Impact: The importance of addressing social determinants of health to improve healthcare outcomes.
- Policy Influence: Dr. Mallick’s insights on how health policies are crafted and implemented at the national level.
- Future Visions: Her outlook on the future of health equity and systemic changes needed to improve healthcare access and quality.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - START
01:24 - Welcome Dr. Aditi Mallick
03:52 - Dr. Mallick’s personal motivation to improve healthcare
07:06 - Daily roles and responsibilities at CMS
10:56 - Innovations in health equity
17:54 - Challenges in adapting policies for diverse populations
26:05 - Dr. Mallick’s advice to future healthcare leaders
32:15 - Discussing climate and cultural experiences in different states
GUEST INFO
🔗 CONNECT WITH DR. ADITI Mallick
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aditi-mallick-md/
Email: aditi.mallick1@cms.hhs.gov
HOST INFO
🔗 CONNECT WITH LIZ
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizkwo
Email: liz.kwo@everlyhealth.com
Website: http://www.digitalmd.co/
📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED
CMS Office of Minority Health: https://www.cms.gov/About-CMS/Agency-Information/OMH
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