Let's Talk Health Equity: Unmasking the Ethical Crises in Western Healthcare w/Dr. Marc-David Munk

🎙️ Welcome to Reede Scholars Live Podcast with Dr. Mary Fleming! In this episode, Dr. Mary Fleming sits down with the renowned American and Canadian physician, healthcare executive, and innovator, Dr. Marc-David Munk. With a reputation as a thought leader in the realms of value-based, consumer-facing healthcare, and global health, Dr. Munk brings a wealth of experience to the conversation. 🏥 Experience as an Expert in Alternative Care Delivery Models: Dr. Munk's impressive journey includes serving as the Chief Medical Officer for Clinics and Retail Pharmacy at CVS Health. His strategic contributions were a pivotal factor in CVS's commitment to providing enhanced medical services directly to consumers. Recognized by the Advisory Board for his innovative approach, Dr. Munk's background promises not only care delivery enhancements but also further innovation in healthcare services. Prior to his role at CVS, Dr. Munk served as the Chief Medical Officer at Iora Health, a Boston-based primary care company lauded by the New York Times and Wall Street Journal for its innovative care model. His leadership played a crucial role in restructuring Iora Health's care model, resulting in improved care quality scores. The company was later acquired by One Medical and subsequently by Amazon, underscoring the impact of Dr. Munk's contributions. 📚 Author of "Urgent Calls From Distant Places": Dr. Munk is not only a seasoned healthcare executive but also a compelling author. His latest book, "Urgent Calls From Distant Places: an Emergency Doctor's Notes about Life and Death in East Africa," provides a gripping collection of medical essays based on his experiences as an emergency flight surgeon with Amref Health Africa Flying Doctors. Released in print, digital, and audiobook formats on January 30, 2024, the book has received praise from Kirkus Reviews for its enthralling portrayal of emergency care under challenging circumstances. 👩‍⚕️ Tune in as Dr. Mary Fleming delves into Dr. Marc-David Munk's insights on healthcare innovation, alternative care delivery models, and the inspiration behind his compelling book. 📖 Book Recommendations: "Urgent Calls From Distant Places: an Emergency Doctor's Notes about Life and Death in East Africa" by Dr. Marc-David Munk 🔗 Connect with Dr. Munk: https://www.mdmunk.com Don't miss this insightful episode of Reede Scholars Live - where thought leaders come together to explore the frontiers of healthcare innovation! Subscribe now and stay informed. #ReedeScholarsLive #HealthcareInnovation #InterviewSeries #Podcast #DrMarcDavidMunk #DrMaryFleming https://youtu.be/NwCwv8PrF7A