Episode 11- Black Health Chronicles: Unpacking Chronic Illness in the Black Community w/Dr. Amanda Adkins, MD
You Belong In Here: A Black Healthcare Perspectives Podcast
Release Date: 05/28/2025
Episode 12- Beyond the Scrubs: The Influence of Black Male Nurse Practitioners
You Belong In Here: A Black Healthcare Perspectives Podcast
Summary In this episode of 'You Belong in Here,' Dr. Tiffany C. Brown speaks with Jose Perpignan Jr., a Black male nurse practitioner, about his journey in nursing, the impact of Black male nurse practitioners on patient care, and the unique challenges they face in the healthcare system. They discuss the importance of mentorship, community engagement, and the need to encourage more African-American men to enter the nursing profession. Jose shares his experiences, insights, and the significance of self-reflection in understanding oneself and others. Takeaways Jose's nursing journey is...
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Episode 11- Black Health Chronicles: Unpacking Chronic Illness in the Black Community w/Dr. Amanda Adkins, MD
You Belong In Here: A Black Healthcare Perspectives Podcast
Summary In this episode of 'You Belong In Here', Dr. Tiffany C. Brown interviews Dr. Amanda Atkins, a physician specializing in chronic illness in the Black community. They discuss the impact of chronic illnesses such as hypertension and diabetes, the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare, and the social determinants affecting health outcomes. Dr. Atkins shares her personal journey into medicine and emphasizes the need for education and awareness in managing health, particularly in underserved communities. Takeaways Chronic illnesses are prevalent in the Black community due to various...
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Episode 10- Strengthening the Call: Uniting DNPs of Color w/Dr. Danielle McCamey
You Belong In Here: A Black Healthcare Perspectives Podcast
Summary In this episode of 'You Belong in Here,' Dr. Tiffany C. Brown interviews Dr. Danielle McCamey, a board-certified acute care nurse practitioner and advocate for health equity. They discuss Dr. McCamey's journey into nursing and academia, the challenges faced by Black leaders in healthcare, and the importance of representation and mentorship. Dr. McCamey shares her experiences during the pandemic, the founding of DNPs of Color, and the significance of rest and resistance in the nursing profession. The conversation emphasizes the need for diversity in healthcare and the impact of...
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Episode 9- Navigating Healthcare In Ghana: Insights From a Female Physician w/Dr. Yaa Owusu-Agyeman, MD
You Belong In Here: A Black Healthcare Perspectives Podcast
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Episode 8- Redefining Nursing: The Entrepreneurial Spirit of a DNP RN w/Dr. Farah Laurent, DNP, RN
You Belong In Here: A Black Healthcare Perspectives Podcast
Summary In this episode, Dr. Tiffany Brown interviews Dr. Farah Laurent, a nurse entrepreneur and career strategist, discussing her journey from nursing to entrepreneurship. They explore the challenges faced by nurse entrepreneurs, the importance of personal branding, and the need for nursing entrepreneurship education. Dr. Laurent shares insights on building a personal brand, the role of podcasting in amplifying voices, and her vision for the future of nursing and entrepreneurship, particularly for nurses of color. The conversation concludes with pearls of wisdom for aspiring nurse...
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Episode 7- Shifting Perspectives: Black Male Voices in Nursing Leadership w/Aron King, PhD (c), MS, BSN
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Summary In this episode, Dr. Tiffany C. Brown interviews Aaron King, a Black male nurse and advocate for diversity in nursing. They discuss Aaron's journey into nursing, the unique challenges faced by Black male nurses, and the importance of leadership in healthcare. The conversation also delves into the impact of microaggressions on nursing education and the retention of Black nursing students, highlighting the need for advocacy and education to address these issues. In this conversation, Aron King and Tiffany Brown discuss the importance of leadership in promoting diversity and inclusion...
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Episode 6- Empowering Care: The Impact of Black Doctors In Your Healthcare Institution w/Dr. Leah Backhus, MD
You Belong In Here: A Black Healthcare Perspectives Podcast
Summary In this episode of the You Belong in Here podcast, Dr. Tiffany C. Brown engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Leah Backhus, a thoracic surgeon, about the intersection of race and healthcare. They discuss the importance of representation in medicine, the challenges faced by Black healthcare providers, and the significance of building trust with patients. Dr. Backhus shares her personal journey into healthcare, the necessity of diversity for better patient outcomes, and offers valuable advice for future generations of healthcare professionals. Takeaways The podcast explores the...
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Episode 5- Pregnancy and Prejudice: Unpacking Racial Disparities in Maternal Health
You Belong In Here: A Black Healthcare Perspectives Podcast
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episode 4- the impact of black nurse leaders w/Carter Todd, MBA, MSN, RN
You Belong In Here: A Black Healthcare Perspectives Podcast
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Episode 3- Need for Representation: Impact of Black Providers in the Community w/Dr. Rhonda Hamilton, MD
You Belong In Here: A Black Healthcare Perspectives Podcast
Summary In this episode of the You Belong in Here podcast, Dr. Tiffany C. Brown speaks with Dr. Rhonda Hamilton about the critical need for representation of Black healthcare providers in the medical field. They discuss the challenges faced by Black providers, the importance of cultural competence in patient care, and the impact of Black providers on community health outcomes. Dr. Hamilton shares her personal journey into medicine, the significance of mentorship, and offers advice for aspiring Black healthcare professionals. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community collaboration...
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In this episode of 'You Belong In Here', Dr. Tiffany C. Brown interviews Dr. Amanda Atkins, a physician specializing in chronic illness in the Black community. They discuss the impact of chronic illnesses such as hypertension and diabetes, the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare, and the social determinants affecting health outcomes. Dr. Atkins shares her personal journey into medicine and emphasizes the need for education and awareness in managing health, particularly in underserved communities.
Takeaways
Chronic illnesses are prevalent in the Black community due to various factors.
Education about health is crucial for prevention and management.
Self-advocacy in healthcare can lead to better outcomes.
Hypertension is often asymptomatic but can be deadly.
Lifestyle changes can prevent chronic illnesses.
Social determinants of health significantly impact access to care.
Food deserts contribute to poor health outcomes.
Regular health check-ups are essential for early detection.
Women may experience hormonal changes that affect health.
Community initiatives can improve access to healthy food.
References/Resources
Esiaka D, Naemi P, Kuofie A, Hess R. General Well-Being in Adult Black Males With Chronic Illness. Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine. 2019;5. doi:10.1177/2333721419855664
Hill-Joseph E. Coping while black: Chronic illness, mastery, and the black-white health paradox. Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities. 2019;6(5):935-943. https://www.proquest.com/scholarly-journals/coping-while-black-chronic-illness-mastery-white/docview/2938248500/se-2. doi: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40615-019-00594-9.
Moore, T. L. (2023). The lived experience and meaning of resilience in the setting of chronic illness and low- resource communities of African Americans that reside in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi. International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being, 18(1). https://doi.org/10.1080/17482631.2023.2218221
Social Determinants of Health: https://www.cdc.gov/health-equity-chronic-disease/social-determinants-of-health-and-chronic-disease/index.html https://odphp.health.gov/healthypeople/priority-areas/social-determinants-health
Contact Information for Dr. Adkins
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-amanda-adkins-28071a39/