Iris's Story - Iris Patterson

summaryIn this episode, Iris Patterson shares her journey from massage therapy to founding Chicago Integrated Health, emphasizing holistic care that integrates mental health, nutrition, and physical therapy. She discusses innovative models for accessible healthcare, community outreach, and the importance of culturally competent services. keywordsholistic health, mental health, community outreach, Medicaid, Chicago healthcare, integrated health, telemedicine, health equity, wellness hubs, culturally competent care key topicsHolistic health integration combining massage, nutrition, and mental healthCommunity outreach and serving underserved populationsInnovative healthcare models accepting Medicaid and private insuranceExpansion from telemedicine to brick-and-mortar facilitiesCulturally competent care and representation in healthcare teamsImpact of COVID-19 on healthcare delivery and business adaptationPartnerships with schools and churches for community healthChallenges with insurance reimbursements in healthcare