In this episode of All Teach All Listen, host Sean Cuddihy speaks with Dr. E. Goldblatt‑Hyatt and Dr. Deborah Spitalnik about healthcare autonomy for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They explore the history of discrimination, diagnostic overshadowing, and violations of reproductive rights that shape current care.

The conversation highlights practical solutions such as supported decision‑making, a better understanding of what informed consent means, training for providers, doulas and community health workers, and stronger medical–legal partnerships. As well as contrasts written policy with on‑the‑ground practice. Guests discuss New Jersey initiatives, barriers to care, and the need for community‑based supports.

Thank you to Johanne Mayer for her help in crafting this episode and providing insights on questions. Dive deeper into this topic and others by checking out the resources below which include, the Reproductive Health & Justice for Adults with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities ECHO Miniseries beginning January 28, 2026, The Boggs Center on Disability and Human Development, and the Inclusive Views podcast.

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In this episode we have a conversation with Dr. Clement Chen and Caitlin O’Neill about substance use, medications for addiction treatment, and the power of person-centered care. Together, they explore the continuum of substance use, the rise of fentanyl and polysubstance use, the role of harm reduction centers, and the importance of trust, dignity, and connection in supporting people who use drugs. This conversation highlights how empathy, evidence-based treatment, and collaborative approaches can save lives and improve health outcomes across communities.

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of All Teach, All Listen Beyond the ECHO, exploring federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), community health, and medical-legal partnerships. Guests Professor Gwyneth Eliasson and Dr. Eric Jahn explain how FQHCs deliver holistic care, address social drivers of health, and partner with legal and academic institutions to improve outcomes and equity.

This episode highlights FQHC services, governance, funding, evaluation, staffing strategies, and ways listeners can advocate for community health while offering practical insights into how collaboration advances public health.

You can find resources and the transcript from this episode here: https://rutgers.box.com/s/8rtzihfy0h57ec3n68m5izb0dkgsc19o