The Pursuit of Health Podcast

The Pursuit of Health is a weekly podcast dedicated to a thorough exploration of the American Healthcare System at a critical time in our nation’s history. The podcast’s creator and host, Dr. Eric Fethke, is a pediatric cardiologist and educator trained at Columbia University, with over 25 years of experience practicing medicine. Students, professionals, and everyday people alike are invited to learn from guest experts who are pursuing groundbreaking work to improve America's health. Join us on our journey towards a better healthcare!

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Ep64: Health Care of a Thousand Slights w /Anjana Sreedhar

January 29, 2025 • Dr. Eric Fethke

A conversation with Anjana Sreedhar

We need to understand the past, to shape the future.

Join us for an eye-opening discussion with the author of acclaimed health disparities book Health Care of a Thousand Slights, Anjana Sreedhar.

The COVID-19 pandemic laid bare the extent of health inequalities here in America, but Anjana has chosen to seek a solution. Via a comprehensive study of policy, structural racism, and the American identity, she presents both a sobering reflection on the state of our nation and a blueprint for action, advocacy, and empowerment.

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We spoke about the impact of historical policies on today's healthcare access, the social determinants of health, the legacy of mistrust between patient and clinician, cultural and psychosocial trauma, and women's health as a new frontier.

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