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Dr. Isabel Newton: Centering humanity in all aspects of healthcare
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In this episode, host Grant Oliphant sits down with Dr. Isabel Newton, a distinguished physician-scientist and passionate mentor, whose work is transforming how patients and medical professionals engage with the healthcare system. Her multifaceted career spans research, clinical care, education, and community connection, all rooted in the belief that everyone deserves access to the same quality of care.
The conversation delves into Dr. Newton’s work in patient advocacy, where she empowers individuals to take an active role in their health decisions. As co-founder and chair of the Interventional Initiative, she provides education on Minimally Invasive, Image-guided Procedures that can significantly improve recovery times. She talks about their numerous resources, including the docu-series Without a Scalpel, which provides an in-depth look into the direct impact of these procedures on patients and efforts to make them available worldwide.
Dr. Newton's commitment to equity in healthcare also focuses on healthcare workers. She and Grant discuss the profound impact of mentorship. She shares how mentors influenced her journey, how she is mentoring aspiring medical professionals, and how diverse voices lead to more innovation.
Learn how Dr. Isabel Newton is making strides in healthcare by championing equity, nurturing future leaders, and advocating for the universal right to high-quality care.
Credits:
This is a production of the Prebys Foundation.
Hosted by Grant Oliphant
Co-Hosted by Crystal Page
Co-produced by Crystal Page and Adam Greenfield
Engineered by Adam Greenfield
Production Assistance by Tess Karesky
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Recorded at the Voice of San Diego Podcast Studio
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