What Does Racism Cost Our Healthcare System?
Jahmal Miller, Chief Administrative Officer of Mercy Medical Group, has been a decades-long champion for health equity and an outspoken force for change in California, and beyond. In this unabridged talk, he outlines the high costs of inequity and bias in healthcare, and he highlights the unsung heroes that inspire him. Key takeaways: We must acknowledge the historical trauma and cumulative impact of systemic racism on our mental, physical and spiritual well-being. Shedding light on the realities of what has transpired and who has been disproportionately impacted can transform our ecosystem into one that is truly equitable. Technology that addresses health equity concerns from inception of innovation can help to prevent downstream challenges.