How we adapt to this unprecedented crisis? How mobilizing not only our inner strengths but the support of the people around us can help us get through this pandemic in one piece.

Memorable Quote:

• We can predict the incidence of Covid 19 by people's Zipcode. - Dr. Kirsti Weng
• Have patience and kindness. We are resilient...the strength in us will get us through this. - Dr. Kirsti Weng

About the Guest:

Dr. Kirsti Weng, a champion of the underserved will highlight how an institution like Stanford mobilized its resources to create drive-through tents for COVID testing as well as creation of the Crown clinic to help protect staff and patients from the rapid spread and transmission of the virus. She will discuss the value of resurrecting safety net programs for our vulnerable population and how the pandemic unveiled the fragility of our healthcare system. 

About the Host:

Dr. Jette is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at Stanford University and the President & CEO of ABCs for Global Health. Click here for her full profile or read her full interview here.

About ABC's for Global Health:

ABCs for Global Health is a non-profit organization dedicated to finding practical​ solutions to health problems of disadvantaged and underserved communities. Their programs include telemedicine, research on nutrition and healthcare, and disaster response.

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