Achieving Health Equity in Neonatology: A Conversation with Dr. Diana Montoya Williams

In this episode, our host welcomes Dr. Diana Montoya Williams, a neonatologist at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and a passionate advocate for equity and diversity. Dr. Williams shares her journey to becoming a neonatologist and her dedication to addressing racial and ethnic disparities in neonatal care. The conversation delves into her research on persistent disparities in infant health outcomes and the importance of cultural humility, community cooperation, and intentional care. Dr. Williams also discusses the significance of disaggregating data to understand local disparities and implement targeted interventions. Emphasizing the importance of collective effort, she advises on the need for safe communities and shared learning in the pursuit of equitable healthcare. 00:00 Introduction to Today's Guest: Dr. Diana Montoya Williams 00:30 Dr. Diana's Journey to Neonatology 02:39 Discovering a Passion for Research and Advocacy 04:42 Mission-Driven Work in Neonatology 06:11 Challenges and Realities of Trauma-Informed Care 07:57 Understanding and Addressing Implicit Biases 11:16 The Importance of Cultural Humility in Healthcare 22:55 Equity-Focused Quality Improvement 27:23 Practical Strategies for Reducing Disparities 32:46 The Role of Community and Continuous Learning 46:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   Here are some links from Diana that you absolutely MUST check out: https://sites.google.com/view/neojusticecollab/home https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8809476/pdf/nihms-1670685.pdf  https://www.onceuponapreemie.org/   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoBuglh1PYg   https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/018-dr-diana-montoya-williams-health-equity-research/id1566031191?i=1000533435309&l=da   https://www.onceuponapreemie.org/     To experience more of Diana who will be co-presenting with another CARE OUTLOUD guest, Kimberly Novod, Founder of Saul's Light, join us in Boston October 13-15, 2024 for Science & Soul 20204 - the 4th Annual Conference on Trauma-Informed Developmental Care.   LEARN MORE HERE