Shannon Bradley, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Keck Medicine of USC, joins the podcast to discuss her background & what led her into the healthcare field, what organizations need to do in order to improve the health of their communities, the most exciting and impactive initiative she's working on right now, and more.
Summary
Shannon Bradley, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Keck Medicine of USC
Background and Passion for Healthcare
Shannon Bradley, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Keck Medicine of USC, joins the podcast to discuss her background and what led her into the healthcare field. With a non-traditional background in higher education and healthcare, Shannon shares her passion for building a health equity framework and improving the health of communities.
Improving Community Health
Shannon emphasizes the importance of organizations taking action to improve the health of their communities. This involves looking at data to gain insights and understanding opportunities for growth. She also highlights the significance of leveraging employee resource groups and engaging in strategic conversations with the communities they serve.
Exciting Initiatives
One of the most exciting and impactful initiatives Shannon is currently working on is the development of a health equity framework. This framework aims to address disparities and promote equitable healthcare access and outcomes. By investing in diversity, equity, and inclusion, healthcare executives can create a more inclusive and effective healthcare system.
Final Thoughts
Shannon appreciates the opportunity to discuss these important topics and looks forward to future conversations. She encourages healthcare executives to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, examine data-driven outcomes, and explore service line opportunities. By doing so, they can drive positive change and improve healthcare for all.
Appreciated our conversation, looking forward to connecting again soon. Have a great day!
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This episode aired on 05/21/2023 and can be listened here.
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