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How Intersectionality Makes Healthcare Better with Dr. Lisa Bowleg


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In this episode of the med+Design Podcast, we welcome Dr. Lisa Bowleg, a trailblazer in the field of health equity and intersectionality.

As the founder and president of the Intersectionality Training Institute, she provides crucial insight on the concept of intersectionality and its application in healthcare.

Discussing her journey, the importance of intersectional research in understanding health disparities, and the role of intersectionality in creating social change, Dr. Bowleg inspires listeners to challenge their perception of health equity.

We also delve into the unfavorable effects of social structural stressors and discrimination on marginalized communities, and the potential for intersectionality-infused practices to transform research and health outcomes.

Tune in for an enlightening discussion on the intersection of innovation, design, and healthcare.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Presentation01:24 Understanding Intersectionality01:50 The History and Evolution of Intersectionality06:11 The Intersectionality Training Institute: Mission and Impact07:27 The Role of Intersectionality in Health Research14:47 The Importance of Mentorship and Cross-Disciplinary Approach24:30 The Subjectivity of Research and its Impact on Health Equity25:54 Debunking the Myth of Objectivity in Research26:29 The Role of Reflexivity in Research27:23 Intersectionality and Funding Challenges31:06 Intersectionality in the C-Suite37:10 The Importance of Taking Risks for Positive Change41:24 The Impact of Structural Racism on Health Outcomes44:00 The Role of Intersectionality in Nutrition and Food Access50:14 Current Research and Future Directions

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