Dr. Ron Wyatt began this podcast series with a discussion of inequity in health. In this part of the podcast series, he shares some helpful insights for those who desire to be an ally to people experiencing bias of any kind. Dr. Wyatt is joined by D'Anna Holmes, who shares her experiences with microagression at the bedside.

Dr. Ron Wyatt has long been unapologetic about exposing inequalities in healthcare for those of a certain race, zip code, or size. This three-part podcast series invites him to dig into the topics of bias and allyism, while framing solutions for a better future. In the first episode of the podcast series, Dr. Wyatt is joined by Cathy Arsenault, bariatric patient, who shares her experiences with sizeism.

In 2008, Dr. Rana Awdish went from doctor to patient in the blink of an eye, and barely survived to tell the story. Her book, "In Shock," is likely the most influential medical memoir of our time. Dr. Awdish's voice is powerful, calling for change in how we care for patients and how we train those who deliver care. This podcast explores how Rana is doing today; years after her story was released.

Healthcare is a unique industry because at one point or another, each of us will be a patient. This is a fact that Michael Dowling ensures that all employees at Northwell Health internalize. From his experienced background in fields such as academia, government, and large insurance corporations, Mr. Dowling shares how the key to effective leadership is embodying a sense of positivity and optimism for the future, while also maintaining a long term perspective. His insights on compassionate care depict why every person should be treated as an individual, not just a patient.

When we think about Patient and Family Engagement, we usually think of it occurring during the point of care and follow up visits. What happens when patient engagement continues well after recovery? Listen to neurosurgeon, Dr. Erik Hauck, and stroke survivor, Kara Lyven, explore the benefits of becoming "running buddies" after Kara's recovery from brain surgery. How might this relationship improve clinical care and "close the loop" for the families of both the patient and the physician?

The label of patient advocate has many meanings in today's healthcare landscape. This podcast brings together four patient advocates who are employed by a US based healthcare organization and are responsible for addressing complaints and grievances in accordance with CMS guidelines. Learn what it's like to take on the challenges and joys of this role each day.

It's now widely understood that burnout is an epidemic among healthcare professionals, but how often do we focus our attention on non-physician clinicians to understand their reasons for burning out? Allison Chrestensen shares her personal journey as an Occupational Therapist and a PX professional focused on broadening the conversation to support all clinicians struggling with today's healthcare challenges.

When your patient experience includes passion and empathy, you may be experiencing healthcare in Brazil. Even in a place where empathy does not need to be taught, there is still room to make improvements. This and more from Isabela Castro, Dentist and PX Champion.

Nairobi, Kenya is home to a kind people with a public and private healthcare delivery systems. When there is great disparity within a developing country impacting the ability to provide safe care, where does patient experience fit into the landscape? This and more from Tom Simba at Nairobi Hospital.