Session Type
Panel
Name
Health Equity 2021: How Building a Culture of Inclusivity and Diversity to Address Disparities Creates a More Equitable Society
Speakers
Anjali Bhagra - Mayo Clinic
Karoom Brown - OptumServe
Seanelle Hawkins - Urban League of Rochester
Description

When it comes to healthcare, the playing field should be level. Yet that goal hasn’t been realized, as CDC statistics show that Hispanic and Black communities were hospitalized at a rate 4.7 times higher than those of white communities. Therefore, it’s critical to address health equity and what changes need to happen to make the level playing field a reality. In this timely discussion, Fast Company and Optum will convene top executives from across healthcare, government, and academia for a forward-thinking conversation on addressing these disparities and what steps organizations can take to build a more inclusive healthcare system.