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In today’s healthcare landscape, fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) isn’t just a mission—it’s essential for equitable outcomes. In this clip, Dr. Megan Carter DNP, RN,NEA-BC and I explore the profound impact of DEI initiatives within healthcare settings, particularly in ensuring compassionate, equitable care for trans individuals and people of color. By prioritizing DEI, we move closer to a system where every patient receives the quality and respect they deserve. As we vote today, let’s remember the policies and leaders that support these values. Your vote shapes the path toward inclusive healthcare for all. #VoteForEquity #HealthcareForAll #DiversityAndInclusion

True healthcare transformation starts with empowering those most affected by inequities and inviting them to co-create solutions that reflect their needs and strengths. This isn’t an easy task, especially with limited resources, but when we add advocacy and real dedication to the mix, healthcare becomes a system that isn’t just focused on treating illness, but also building relationships, empowering communities, and addressing barriers that create inequities. Recently, we had a meeting with Ben Money, Senior Vice President of the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) and were inspired by the work of this organization and their dedication. Organizations like the National Association of Community Health Centers are essential in the process of making the healthcare system more equitable. By supporting Community Health Centers across the nation, NACHC is ensuring that medically underserved communities have access to quality care. They build alliances, conduct research, and support health centers in ways that bring lasting resources to the people who need them most. Imagine a future where healthcare is a system that gives dignity, equity, and possibility to all. This is the vision—one where communities aren’t just beneficiaries, but active partners in a just healthcare system. #HealthEquity #Advocacy #CommunityHealth #HealthcareTransformation

The inclusion of minority doctors enriches healthcare teams with diverse perspectives and cultural competencies, fostering more holistic and patient-centered care. Check out my latest article: https://lnkd.in/eRSz3Uwb

🤓 The barrier to entry for policy discussions on "payment reform" and "value-based care" is high -- it's complex, takes serious focus and commitment to become conversant, and it lacks luster compared to "glitzy" health policy areas. BUT the upside to engaging in this conversation is worthwhile. Good news is that there's an upcoming event to help people join the conversation! 🔊 Join United States of Care, Accountable for Health and National Partnership for Women & Families for a virtual Congressional briefing to enter the conversation and learn about the promise of this policy area and what it could mean for women's health.

What makes coalitions so powerful in the fight for health equity? The answer lies in the idea that true, lasting change requires more than just policy shifts or individual efforts. It demands a unified movement—one where clinicians, community leaders, and those directly affected by systemic inequities come together to co-create solutions that are grounded in real experiences and genuine understanding. Building an equitable healthcare system starts with forming coalitions rooted in trust and shared purpose. These powerful relationships allow healthcare advocates to actively listen and gain insights that traditional approaches often overlook. That’s why coalitions are so important - they help us address not just the symptoms but the root causes of inequity, paving the way for systemic change. #HealthEquity #CommunityHealth #CollectiveAction #EquityInHealthcare #HealthcareJustice

Incorporating voter registration into healthcare settings is a game-changer for civic engagement and health equity. Dr. Alister Martin’s Vot-ER initiative shows how hospitals can play a vital role in empowering patients through nonpartisan voting tools. Research reveals that health-based voter mobilization effectively reaches diverse, underrepresented populations. As marketers, we must strategically position our institutions as leaders in this transformative movement. Let’s create a healthier democracy together.

📢 Take the EULAR Impact of RMDs Survey and share how RMDs impact your healthcare, social life, and work. Your insights are essential for: • 🧑🔬Rheumatology healthcare professionals • 📊 Researchers • 📣 Advocacy groups • 💬 People living with RMDs Together, we can drive meaningful improvements in patient care and make a real difference! 🔗 Take the Survey Now: https://lnkd.in/dGc-X_xN #eularRESEARCH #PatientVoice #RMDimpact

📢 Take the EULAR Impact of RMDs Survey and share how RMDs impact your healthcare, social life, and work. Your insights are essential for: • 🧑🔬Rheumatology healthcare professionals • 📊 Researchers • 📣 Advocacy groups • 💬 People living with RMDs Together, we can drive meaningful improvements in patient care and make a real difference! 🔗 Take the Survey Now: https://lnkd.in/dGc-X_xN #eularRESEARCH #PatientVoice #RMDimpact

📢 Take the EULAR Impact of RMDs Survey and share how RMDs impact your healthcare, social life, and work. Your insights are essential for: • 🧑🔬Rheumatology healthcare professionals • 📊 Researchers • 📣 Advocacy groups • 💬 People living with RMDs Together, we can drive meaningful improvements in patient care and make a real difference! 🔗 Take the Survey Now: https://lnkd.in/dGc-X_xN #eularRESEARCH #PatientVoice #RMDimpact

📢 Take the EULAR Impact of RMDs Survey and share how RMDs impact your healthcare, social life, and work. Your insights are essential for: • 🧑🔬Rheumatology healthcare professionals • 📊 Researchers • 📣 Advocacy groups • 💬 People living with RMDs Together, we can drive meaningful improvements in patient care and make a real difference! 🔗 Take the Survey Now: https://lnkd.in/dGc-X_xN #eularRESEARCH #PatientVoice #RMDimpact