In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Pamela Buchanan shares with host Dr Saba Fatima her experiences and insights on the intersection of race and healthcare. She discusses the impact of racism on patient care, the importance of recognizing and addressing implicit biases, and the need for culturally competent care. Dr. Buchanan emphasizes the significance of listening to patients, advocating for their needs, and the challenges faced by healthcare providers of color. She also highlights the importance of mental health and self-care for physicians, particularly in the face of systemic racism and burnout. The conversation concludes with a call for systemic changes to promote racial equity in healthcare and the importance of compassion in the medical field.

Dr Pamela Buchanan is a board-certified physician, speaker, and nationally recognized thought leader in mental well-being and health equity.
With over 20 years of medical experience, she's a TEDx speaker known for her powerful talk on emotional flatline, where she shared the emotional toll of emergency medicine during the pandemic. She is the author of the Oxygen Mask Principle and a strong voice in the movement to prevent physician suicide. Her work in health equity challenges healthcare systems to listen better, reflect deeply, and deliver care that is truly inclusive.

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takeaways
Dr. Buchanan emphasizes the importance of joy in medicine and the lives she has touched.
Racism in healthcare is still prevalent and affects patient outcomes.
Maternal mortality rates for Black women are alarmingly high.
Implicit biases can lead to mismanagement of pain in patients of color.
Culturally competent care is essential for effective treatment.
Healthcare providers must actively combat their biases.
Compassion is crucial when dealing with racist comments from patients.
Advocacy and allyship are important for career advancement in medicine.
Mental health support is vital for healthcare providers.
Systemic changes are needed to ensure equitable care for all patients.

Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Racism in Medicine
03:50
Personal Experiences with Racism
06:59
Impact of Racial Bias on Patient Care
12:03
Recognizing and Addressing Implicit Bias
13:17
Culturally Competent Care
15:30
Navigating Racism in Healthcare
18:04
Racism in Professional Advancement

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