Bad Bunny, Health Equity and Technology with Dr. Félix Manuel Chinea

The Healthy Project Podcast

In this episode of the Healthy Project, host Corey Dion Lewis engages with Dr. Félix Manuel Chinea, the head of health equity and inclusion strategy at Doximity, in a comprehensive discussion about health equity from a health tech perspective. They explore the nuances of diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and health equity, delving into their intersections and divergences within the health tech context. Dr. Chinea shares his personal motivations, cultural influences, insights on how technology can bridge the gap in health equity, and what Bad Bunny and Health Equity have in common.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Introduction to Health Equity and Tech: Dr. Chinea's background and what motivates him.
2. Understanding DEI and Health Equity: Defining these concepts and their relevance in health tech.
3. Challenges in Implementing DEI and Health Equity in Tech: Practical approaches and strategies.
4. Doximity's Role and Initiatives: Dr. Chinea discusses Doximity's efforts in health equity and inclusion strategy.
5. Innovative Approaches and the Future of Health Tech: Exploring creative solutions and their impact.

Notable Quotes:

1. "Culture, community, and personal growth... these are what get me up in the morning." - Dr. Félix Manuel Chinea
2. "We need to be willing to lean into [health equity], develop strategies, and be OK with it not working and changing from that." - Dr. Félix Manuel Chinea
3. "It's about connecting with the community, understanding it, and constantly growing and learning these things to be able to do good work." - Dr. Félix Manuel Chinea

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Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Doximity's initiatives and programs

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