Join us in this enlightening episode as My City My Health intern Krisha Keeran sits down with Corey Dion Lewis, a passionate advocate for health equity and the founder of The Healthy Project and host of The Healthy Project Podcast. Corey shares his journey into the world of health equity and the inspiring story behind the My City My Health Conference. Learn how this unique conference is fostering connections and conversations among health professionals and thought leaders, leading to impactful change in communities across the country. Corey's candid insights reveal the importance of continuous learning and the power of different perspectives in the field of public health.
Show Notes:
- [00:05.139] Introduction to the episode and guest, Corey Dion Lewis.
- [01:36.258] The inspiration behind the My City My Health Conference and its significance in promoting health equity.
- [03:49.939] The impact of the conference on building connections and collaborations within the health equity community.
- [06:54.946] Expanding the My City My Health Conference to different cities, including Omaha and Kansas City.
- [09:19.984] A sneak peek into what attendees can expect at the upcoming conference on November 17th.
- [12:42.963] Encouraging listeners to participate in the conference's unique "Ask a Professional" feature.
- [15:55.247] The role of continuous learning in the ever-evolving field of health equity.
- [19:10.158] The most rewarding aspects of Corey's journey, include insightful conversations with thought leaders.
- [21:58.626] The importance of staying open-minded and embracing new perspectives in health equity work.
- [24:44.894] Introducing the "Ask a Professional" feature to enhance panel discussions at the conference.
- [26:22.774] Ways to connect with Corey Dion Lewis and obtain tickets for the My City My Health Conference.
- [27:37.023] A reminder to sign up for the conference on November 17th to engage in meaningful health equity discussions.
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What is The Healthy Project Podcast?
The Healthy Project is hosted by Corey Dion Lewis, Clinical Health Coach fora safety net hospital. Because of his experience working directly with patients in underserved communities, Corey felt the need to speak up address the issues, and provide solutions to improve the healthcare experience for the ones that need it the most. The Healthy Project Podcast addresses topics related to health equity, prevention, diversity, and literacy for healthcare professionals addressing today's and tomorrow's biggest challenges. Thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and industry experts share their approaches to transforming healthcare into something meaningful and lasting.