Getting Loud With Leo Hickman

In this enlightening episode of the No Longer Silent podcast, Leo Hickman, a veteran and advocate for holistic health, discusses the complexities of healthcare access in America. Leo shares his personal experiences navigating the healthcare system as a veteran and the challenges faced with accessing timely care. He delves into the concept of "step therapy" and how it impacts treatment for non-emergency conditions.

Leo also introduces us to his innovative approach to healthcare through the creation of a co-op network of practitioners that focuses on holistic and preventative medicine. He emphasizes the importance of community support and mental health services, which have become integral parts of his practice since the COVID-19 pandemic. Leo's work is deeply rooted in his expertise in biomedical engineering technology and his passion for plant medicine.

***HEALTHCARE FOR VETERANS IS MULTIFACETED. WHILE VETERANS FACE SIMILAR CHALLENGES AS OTHER AMERICANS, THEIR WAIT TIMES TO SCHEDULE A DOCTOR’S APPOINTMENT OR TO SEE A SPECIALIST AT TIMES CAN TAKE TWICE AS LONG. FOR VETERANS WHO HAVE PRIVATE INSURANCE, THEIR CHALLENGES ARE EVEN GREATER.