In this week's episode of “Podnosis,” we look at the major health disparities facing Native Americans and explore what can be done to make meaningful improvements.
Misty Wilkie, Ph.D., RN, a clinical associate professor at the University of Minnesota School of Nursing, has a deep understanding of the challenges in obtaining high-quality care, drawing from her own experiences as an American Indian. In a conversation with Anastassia Gliadkovskaya from Fierce, she shares her efforts to enhance diversity and cultural competency within the healthcare system.
To learn more about the topics in this episode:
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2 in 5 Native Americans visit ER due to diabetes complications, survey finds
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Systemic racism, nonstandard data collection hamper hospital equity officers' efforts, survey shows
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Commonwealth Fund gives healthcare in southeastern states failing grades across the board