Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell

Dr. Jimmell discusses the complexities of obesity, debunks myths, and advocates for compassionate, evidence-based care. She emphasizes the importance of understanding obesity as a chronic disease and highlights treatment options, policy changes, and the need to eliminate weight bias.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Obesity Care Week 2026 and Its Theme01:33 Obesity is a Disease, Not a Willpower Failure02:18 Understanding BMI and Its Role in Obesity Classification04:04 Childhood Obesity: Definitions and Growth Charts05:40 The Seriousness of Severe Obesity and Its Risks06:50 Obesity Statistics in the US and South Carolina09:06 Personal Story: The Impact of Obesity on Dr. Jimmell’s Family11:30 Common Myths About Obesity and the Truths14:28 Supporting Families and Advocating for Better Care16:30 Treatment Options: Lifestyle, Medications, and Surgery20:49 The Role of Surgery and Medical Treatments in Obesity Management22:28 Justice in Obesity Care: Policies and Compassionate Practice23:26 Closing Remarks: Commit to Care and Justice

In this episode, Dr. Jimmell celebrates her 10th episode by inviting the person who encouraged her to launch Justice Rounds, Kyle. Kyle and Dr. Jimmell are lifelong friends who grew up together in Florence, SC. Kyle has been podcasting for 10 years and hosts The 12Kyle Podcast and the Rap Soul Podcast. He is also a former football player for SC State University and the nephew of Hall of Famer, Harry Carson of the NY Giants. Their conversation delves into the impact of NIL on college athletics, exploring the history, perspectives, and personal stories related to this topic. It also addresses the dispelling of myths and the impact of NIL on families, providing advice and insights for young athletes. The discussion highlights the shift from loyalty to individualism and capitalistic values in college sports. The conversation covers mental health challenges in young athletes, the importance of seeking trusted counsel, and demanding athletic justice. Dr. Jimmell ends by thanking Kyle for his role in encouraging her to launch Justice Rounds. his role in encouraging her to launch Justice Rounds.

The episode's mission is to empower our communities to understand, prevent, and advocate for heart health. Dr. Jimmell then delves into heart attack statistics and shares her personal story of losing her mother and grandmother to heart attacks. She then goes on to discuss understanding heart attacks, dispelling myths, prevention and warning signs, resources for heart health, and demanding justice. The conclusion emphasizes the call to action for advocating for heart health, requesting cultural humility from your healthcare team and demanding the highest standards of care for every patient and family.Takeaways • Heart attacks affect people of all ages • Understanding risk factors is crucialChapters • 00:00 Heart Attack Statistics • 06:47 Dispelling Myths • 12:14 Resources for Heart Health

The episode begins with a celebration of National Pediatricians Day, acknowledging the work of pediatricians and also the recent release of the 2026 immunization schedule by the American Academy of Pediatrics.It then delves into the topic of constitutional rights, discussing current events, the Bill of Rights, dispelling myths, everyday steps to protect rights, and demanding justice. The conversation emphasizes the fundamental importance of constitutional rights and the need for vigilance in protecting them.Takeaways• Constitutional rights are fundamental and affect every person in the United States• The Bill of Rights serves as a shield to protect the fundamental freedoms and liberties of the peopleChapters• 00:00 National Pediatricians Day• 05:54 The Bill of Rights• 13:09 Demanding Justice and Conclusion

This episode of Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell, honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy. In this 7th episode, Dr. Jimmell defines King and nonviolence and the beloved community, dispels myths about Dr. King and his commitment to nonviolence, advocates for families, and inspires action to live out Dr. King's legacy.TakeawaysHonoring Dr. King's legacy through nonviolence and justiceThe pillars of the King Center's mission: building community through local impact, uniting a nation via courageous communication, and implementing nonviolence 365.Chapters00:00 Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.05:39 Leading Nonviolent Change and Demanding Justice

On this episode of Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell, she discusses the importance of vaccines and the impact of the new food pyramid guidelines. She also addresses the closure of the Corporation of Public Broadcasting, the tragic loss of lives, and the call for justice. The episode concludes with a discussion about the Monks Walk for Peace, spreading a message of nonviolence and unity.NOTE: This video was an edit of the previously done video as I misspoke about the killing of George Floyd and stated that he was shot and he was not.TakeawaysVaccine safety and importanceImpact of new food guidelinesClosure of Corporation of Public BroadcastingTragic loss of lives and the call for justiceThe Monks Walk for PeaceChapters00:00 Dispelling Myths: Vaccines and Food Guidelines07:33 The Closure of Corporation of Public Broadcasting18:02 The Monks Walk for Peace

In this episode of Justice Rounds, Dr. Jimmell welcomes listeners to 2026, discussing the excitement and uncertainty that comes with a new year. The conversation highlights current health challenges, including rising measles and flu cases, and the impact of ACA subsidy expirations. Dr. Jimmell emphasizes the importance of personal change and behavioral change theory, offering practical strategies for setting achievable goals and building supportive networks. The episode also focuses on family empowerment and the significance of self-worth in demanding justice for oneself and others. Dr. Jimmell encourages listeners to embrace change, celebrate small wins, and practice self-compassion as they navigate the new year.

In this episode of Justice Rounds, Dr. Jimmell discusses the complexities of grief, especially during the holiday season. She shares personal experiences with loss, defines complicated grief, dispels common myths, and emphasizes the importance of community support and restorative justice. The episode aims to provide understanding and resources for those grieving, encouraging listeners to seek help and support one another.

This episode breaks down the statistics and myths about chronic kidney disease (CKD), kidney failure (ESRD), dialysis and renal transplants. In this episode, I also discuss how this disease impacted me personally by sharing my big brother Lennard's journey. By the end of this episode, you should feel empowered to dispel myths, defend families, demand justice and advocate for equitable kidney disease care.

Join Dr. Jimmell on this episode where she dispel common myths about vaccines, defend families with herd immunity and demand justice by ensuring accountability from our leaders and for ourselves to push back against harmful rhetoric about vaccine safety. Vaccines are safe as evidenced by decades of research and vaccines save lives...PERIOD!! Please share, like and subscribe to my YouTube channel ‪@JusticeRoundswithDr.Jimmell‬ 

In this inaugural episode of Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell: Dispelling Myths, Defending Families and Demanding Justice we take a look at Black maternal mortality and morbidity in the United States and South Carolina. Dr. Jimmell discusses the alarming national statistics, but also hones in on the statistics from SC, where she lives. Dr. Jimmell dispels common myths, while also discussing some root causes of this particular disparity. She offers ways to defend families by advocacy and support. She suggests ways to ensure justice by advocating for policy and institutional changes. Lastly, she offers resources for listeners for those who need support or want to get involved. Remember to stay informed, stay empowered and stay committed to justice.

Welcome to Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell. Here we will dispel myths, defend families and demand justice. I am a double board certified physician in pediatrics and obesity medicine with over 20 years of clinical experience. I also have a certification in Diversity and Inclusion for Healthcare Executives. Please like, share and subscribe if you desire content devoted to dispelling health misinformation, calling out disparities and offering solutions to mitigate those disparities.