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Kanika Sims

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Physician's Guide to Doctoring with Bradley B. Block, MD

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This episode is sponsored by www.MedicalExpertWitness.com Visit  Dr. Block interviews Kanika Sims, MD, a Hospitalist and Assistant Professor of Hospital Medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine. Dr. Sims is also the CEO of Invest Inclusion, her own company. They discuss healthcare inequity in the United States and the history of healthcare disparities that have led to this point.  Dr. Sims shares her personal journey in the medical field, from feeling unfulfilled as a practicing physician to pursuing a master's in public health at Johns Hopkins University. She also talks about her decision to become a hospitalist and her recent transition into academia. Looking for something specific? Here you go! [00:01:45] Residency dissatisfaction and career change.  [00:05:58] Police Brutality and Inequities.  [00:06:54] Health care equity.  [00:10:57] Health care disparities for black women.  [00:14:24] Diversity in medical education.  [00:19:21] Affinity bias in healthcare.  [00:22:30] Health disparities and black inferiority.  [00:26:37] Healthcare disparities for black women.  [00:29:24] Infectious diseases and Freedmen's Bureau.  [00:32:03] Segregation in healthcare.  [00:35:08] Desegregation of hospitals.  [00:40:01] Importance of inclusive workplaces. Bio/links! Dr. Kanika Sims is a hospitalist and assistant professor who is dedicated to addressing healthcare disparities and promoting health equity. She is the founder of Invest Inclusion, a health equity consulting platform that works with organizations to prioritize health equity. Dr. Sims has a strong background in public health, having pursued a master's degree in public health and completing a preventive medicine fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. Driven by her desire to make a significant impact in the healthcare system, Dr. Sims created Invest Inclusion to advocate for social justice and equity within healthcare spaces. She believes that everyone, regardless of their background, should have equal opportunities and outcomes in accessing quality healthcare. Dr. Sims emphasizes the need to address the root causes that lead to inequities in healthcare and advocates for equal treatment regardless of race or gender. Dr. Sims is also the author of the book "Diversity is Not a Dirty Word," which explores the importance of inclusion in creating non-racist organizations. She highlights the impact of toxic workplaces on healthcare outcomes and emphasizes the connection between health, equity, and justice. With a deep understanding of the historical and present-day healthcare disparities faced by marginalized communities, Dr. Sims is committed to challenging biases and promoting inclusivity in the medical field. She believes that acknowledging and addressing biases is crucial for improving healthcare and ensuring equitable treatment for all patients. Through her work with Invest Inclusion and her advocacy for health equity, Dr. Kanika Sims is making a significant contribution to the fight against healthcare disparities and working towards a more equitable healthcare system. Find and connect with Dr. Sims on her LinkedIn.  Did ya know…  You can also be a guest on our show? Please email me at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more about the show! Socials: @physiciansguidetodoctoring on FB  @physicianguidetodoctoring on YouTube @physiciansguide on Instagram and Twitter

This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://www.MedicalExpertWitness.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.MedicalExpertWitness.com</a> Visit  Dr. Block interviews Kanika Sims, MD, a Hospitalist and Assistant Professor of Hospital Medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine. Dr. Sims is also the CEO of Invest Inclusion, her own company. They discuss healthcare inequity in the United States and the history of healthcare disparities that have led to this point.  Dr. Sims shares her personal journey in the medical field, from feeling unfulfilled as a practicing physician to pursuing a master's in public health at Johns Hopkins University. She also talks about her decision to become a hospitalist and her recent transition into academia. Looking for something specific? Here you go! [00:01:45] Residency dissatisfaction and career change.  [00:05:58] Police Brutality and Inequities.  [00:06:54] Health care equity.  [00:10:57] Health care disparities for black women.  [00:14:24] Diversity in medical education.  [00:19:21] Affinity bias in healthcare.  [00:22:30] Health disparities and black inferiority.  [00:26:37] Healthcare disparities for black women.  [00:29:24] Infectious diseases and Freedmen's Bureau.  [00:32:03] Segregation in healthcare.  [00:35:08] Desegregation of hospitals.  [00:40:01] Importance of inclusive workplaces. Bio/links! Dr. Kanika Sims is a hospitalist and assistant professor who is dedicated to addressing healthcare disparities and promoting health equity. She is the founder of Invest Inclusion, a health equity consulting platform that works with organizations to prioritize health equity. Dr. Sims has a strong background in public health, having pursued a master's degree in public health and completing a preventive medicine fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. Driven by her desire to make a significant impact in the healthcare system, Dr. Sims created Invest Inclusion to advocate for social justice and equity within healthcare spaces. She believes that everyone, regardless of their background, should have equal opportunities and outcomes in accessing quality healthcare. Dr. Sims emphasizes the need to address the root causes that lead to inequities in healthcare and advocates for equal treatment regardless of race or gender. Dr. Sims is also the author of the book "Diversity is Not a Dirty Word," which explores the importance of inclusion in creating non-racist organizations. She highlights the impact of toxic workplaces on healthcare outcomes and emphasizes the connection between health, equity, and justice. With a deep understanding of the historical and present-day healthcare disparities faced by marginalized communities, Dr. Sims is committed to challenging biases and promoting inclusivity in the medical field. She believes that acknowledging and addressing biases is crucial for improving healthcare and ensuring equitable treatment for all patients. Through her work with Invest Inclusion and her advocacy for health equity, Dr. Kanika Sims is making a significant contribution to the fight against healthcare disparities and working towards a more equitable healthcare system. Find and connect with Dr. Sims on her <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkanikamd/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>.  Did ya know…  You can also be a guest on our show? Please email me at <a href="mailto:brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com">brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com</a> to connect or visit <a href="http://www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com</a> to learn more about the show! Socials: @physiciansguidetodoctoring on FB  @physicianguidetodoctoring on YouTube @physiciansguide on Instagram and Twitter

Dr. Kanika Sims on Healthcare Disparities: Part 1 on the Origins of Invest Inclusion

In this special episode of Beyond The Business Suit, we're experiencing a first…interviewing a medical doctor! Dr. Kanika Sims, a talented physician, author and founder of Invest Inclusion, joins the podcast for an insightful discussion. Not only does she share her helpful tips on how to best take care of our bodies, but she also sheds light on taboo topics such as the mortality rate of Black women and treating diseases. She even takes us through her personal life journey along with her inspirations for writing her new book, Diversity Is Not A Dirty Word. ABOUT DR. KANIKA SIMSThe healthcare disparities for Black people in the USA are alarming. As a Physician and founder of Invest Inclusion, Dr. Sims disrupts and re-imagines our current systems of healthcare and wellness to ensure quality health outcomes for the Black community. Dr. Sims is a native of South Georgia and obtained her medical degree from the Medical College of GA. She completed her Residency training in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of South Florida. She then completed Fellowship training in Preventive Medicine at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and obtained her Masters in Public Health from Johns Hopkins School of Public Health.  She is an Assistant professor of Medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine, public health expert, speaker, author of “Diversity is Not a Dirty Word”, wife, and mother (of 3 littles).  She has practiced medicine for over 18 years and advocates tirelessly against healthcare disparities.  She is excited to move beyond the exam room to advocate for healthier and more inclusive, equitable spaces in healthcare organizations, workplaces, and academia. When not championing the rights of the underserved, she spends her free time exploring Atlanta's bike trails, searching for the best vegan/gluten-free donuts and meditating.QUOTABLES:“There were never any limits that were placed on me.”“The healthcare system is not created for us.”“We currently don't have a system that keeps people well.”“You are what you eat.”“If we don't speak up, what happens to our kids.”How to stay connected to Dr. Kanika Sims:LinkedIn: Dr. Kanika M. Sims, MD, MPHTwitter: @DrKanikaMD_TikTok: @drkanikamdFacebook: Dr. Kanika MDEmail: info@drkanikamd.comPurchase the book: DiversityIsNotaDirtyword.comYou can watch the full video of this conversation here:

In this special episode of Beyond The Business Suit, we're experiencing a first…interviewing a medical doctor! Dr. Kanika Sims, a talented physician, author and founder of Invest Inclusion, joins the podcast for an insightful discussion. Not only does she share her helpful tips on how to best take care of our bodies, but she also sheds light on taboo topics such as the mortality rate of Black women and treating diseases. She even takes us through her personal life journey along with her inspirations for writing her new book, Diversity Is Not A Dirty Word. ABOUT DR. KANIKA SIMSThe healthcare disparities for Black people in the USA are alarming. As a Physician and founder of Invest Inclusion, Dr. Sims disrupts and re-imagines our current systems of healthcare and wellness to ensure quality health outcomes for the Black community. Dr. Sims is a native of South Georgia and obtained her medical degree from the Medical College of GA. She completed her Residency training in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of South Florida. She then completed Fellowship training in Preventive Medicine at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and obtained her Masters in Public Health from Johns Hopkins School of Public Health.  She is an Assistant professor of Medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine, public health expert, speaker, author of “Diversity is Not a Dirty Word”, wife, and mother (of 3 littles).  She has practiced medicine for over 18 years and advocates tirelessly against healthcare disparities.  She is excited to move beyond the exam room to advocate for healthier and more inclusive, equitable spaces in healthcare organizations, workplaces, and academia.  When not championing the rights of the underserved, she spends her free time exploring Atlanta's bike trails, searching for the best vegan/gluten-free donuts and meditating.<h3>QUOTABLES:</h3>“There were never any limits that were placed on me.”“The healthcare system is not created for us.”“We currently don't have a system that keeps people well.”“You are what you eat.”“If we don't speak up, what happens to our kids.”How to stay connected to Dr. Kanika Sims:LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkanikamd/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Kanika M. Sims, MD, MPH</a>Twitter: @<a href="https://twitter.com/DrKanikaMD_" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DrKanikaMD_</a>TikTok: @<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@drkanikamd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">drkanikamd</a>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrKanikaMD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Kanika MD</a>Email: <a href="mailto:info@drkanikamd.com">info@drkanikamd.com</a>Purchase the book: <a href="https://diversityisnotadirtyword.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DiversityIsNotaDirtyword.com</a>You can watch the full video of this conversation here: