Uncovering Bias in Medical Practices with Dr. Jacqueline Powell

OverviewIn this episode of Rooted2Thrive: Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity, Professor P (Rochelle Peterson Ansari) engages in a powerful discussion with Dr. Jacqueline Powell, the Vice Chair of Physiology for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Morehouse School of Medicine. Dr. Powell's journey into health justice began with a startling discovery in her field of renal physiology—race-based formulas for calculating kidney function rooted in outdated and biased beliefs from the US American slavery era. This discovery led her to explore broader systemic issues in medical guidelines and care, unveiling how deeply ingrained biases affect diagnoses and treatments, particularly in marginalized communities. Dr. Powell’s work emphasizes the importance of education and systemic change to address these disparities and improve health outcomes for all.Topics Covered in This Episode:The history and impact of race-based medical formulasSystemic biases in medical guidelines and their effects on marginalized communitiesThe importance of equity-minded education for medical studentsDr. Powell’s personal journey and her advocacy for health equity and justiceGuest Information:Dr. Jacqueline M. Powell,Professor of Physiology; Vice-Chair of Physiology for Diversity, Equity, and InclusionMorehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GASocial Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacqueline.m.powell.5Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr._jacqs/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-powell-836802234/Check out more content and ways to connect with us:➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/perceptions/➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perceptionsunlimited➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perceptionsunlimited/➡️ Email: [email protected] ➡️ Website: www.perceptionsunltd.comPlease feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below!Thank you for tuning into Rooted2Thrive: Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity!