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A Year of Bold Progress: IFDHE's Journey Towards Health Equity in 2024
The AHA’s Institute for Diversity and Health Equity just wrapped up another distinguished year, where its work resonated with and celebrated AHA members and stakeholders across the field.
Purpose, Passion, and Perseverance: A Health Care Advocate's Journey
I was raised by my mother, who was a nurse, and an elder sister, who both prioritized education. During a visit to Kentucky State University, I was inspired to pursue higher education there. I studied political science for three years with the intention of pursuing law. However, unforeseen circumstances intervened and I had to put my education on hold.
Leadership in Health Care: So Much More Than Running a Hospital
Living in a rural area with several poverty pockets, I realized that some of the most important work I would do as a leader in health care would happen outside of the hospital and in the community.
The Power of Women in Health Care When the Barrier Breaks
The presence of women in leadership positions within the health care sector, including CEOs and presidents of health systems, brings a multitude of benefits to both the organizations and the broader health care landscape.
Leading with Heart: Embracing Vulnerability, Resilience and Invisible Disabilities as a Health Care Executive
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Bloom Where You’re Planted
My journey into health care was not a straight path. As a child I wanted to be a doctor and help people. During my senior year in college, I realized that hands-on care delivery was not my calling. As I often did when I reached a crossroad, I called my grandmother for advice. She told me to follow my passion and bloom where I am planted.
Thriving Together
Growing up, I had no idea this amazing opportunity to make a difference in our communities even existed. I was well aware of the valiant efforts of clinicians in health care, and I knew I was not built for that awesome calling.
I Want to Be Just Like You! No, You Want to Be Better Than Me!
Growing up in rural West Tennessee on a farm with eight sisters and brothers, it did not take long to recognize the lack of health care for the community.