What really happens inside the healthcare system when patients aren’t heard — even those with expertise? ⚠️
In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Dr. Eugene Manley Jr., PhD, biomedical scientist and founder of the STEM & Cancer Health Equity (SCHEQ) Foundation, joins Amb. Elisha to expose the realities of medical racism, healthcare disparities, and the urgent need for patient advocacy 🧬⚖️
Dr. Manley shares his personal journey — from growing up with chronic illness and navigating STEM as a neurodivergent scholar, to launching a national nonprofit after experiencing firsthand medical bias following surgery 🏥💔 His story reveals why health equity is not optional, and how education, data, and lived experience must come together to save lives.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
• How medical racism shows up in real healthcare settings 🚨
• Why patients must learn to advocate for themselves and others 🗣️
• The mission behind STEM & Cancer Health Equity (SCHEQ)
• How students and professionals can enter health equity work without burning out
• Why representation in STEM and cancer research truly matters 🌍
This episode is essential listening for patients, caregivers, students, healthcare professionals, educators, and anyone passionate about health equity and justice ✨
🌐 Learn more about Dr. Manley’s work and advocacy through STEM & Cancer Health Equity
🎓 A must-hear conversation on humanity, accountability, and systemic change
Reach Dr. Eugene : https://scheq.org/
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