Health Equity & Diverse Workforce: Dr. Nicole Del Castillo's Vision

04/12/23 • 19 min

"It's really important that we try and engage folks again from different cultures, different identities, different backgrounds in order to make that rich workforce and learning environment for our learners and our employees."

Driven by her passion for health equity, Dr. Nicole Del Castillo embarks on a mission to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all at the Carver College of Medicine, only to discover an ironic twist - mistreatment of employees and learners in the clinical environment.

In this episode, you will be able to: 1. Discover the key to health equity by exploring diverse healthcare workforces and policies. 2. Uncover how addressing social determinants directly impacts individual health. 3. Unlock the power of mentorship and community connections in the quest for health equity. 4. Learn the secret to maintaining overall wellness through a balanced approach to physical and mental health. 5. Master the art of integrating healthy habits, stress reduction, and exercise into your everyday life.

Dr. Nicole Del Castillo

Dr. Nicole Del Castillo is a passionate healthcare professional committed to addressing health equity through a diverse healthcare workforce and policies. As the director of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Carver College of Medicine, her work focuses on creating an inclusive environment for students, faculty, and patients. Dr. Del Castillo is also a clinical assistant professor at The Healthy Project, where she shares her knowledge and expertise in psychiatry and health policy. With a fellowship in The Healthy Project from Harvard, she has honed her skills to better understand and address social determinants of health and health disparities. Dr. Del Castillo is excited to connect with others working towards health equity and inspire healthcare professionals seeking innovative solutions.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:58 - Health Equity,

00:03:01 - Creating Inclusivity,

00:08:18 - Health Disparities,

00:13:00 - Addressing Health Disparities,

00:18:23 - Wrapping Up,

00:00:40 - Introduction,

00:02:30 - Overcoming Mental Health Stigma,

00:09:15 - Coping with Anxiety and Stress,

00:14:20 - Importance of Self-Care,

Join us on Friday, April 28, 2023, to hear from Dr. Nicole Del Castillo and share her insights and wisdom on how we can all work together to advance health equity.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow! Register now at www.mycity.health 💻

Dr. Nicole Del Castillo

The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:58 - Health Equity,

00:03:01 - Creating Inclusivity,

00:08:18 - Health Disparities,

00:13:00 - Addressing Health Disparities,

00:18:23 - Wrapping Up,

00:00:40 - Introduction,

00:02:30 - Overcoming Mental Health Stigma,

00:09:15 - Coping with Anxiety and Stress,

00:14:20 - Importance of Self-Care,

Join us on Friday, April 28, 2023, to hear from Dr. Nicole Del Castillo and share her insights and wisdom on how we can all work together to advance health equity.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow! Register now at www.mycity.health 💻

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Prioritizing Self-Care and Mental Health in Underserved Communities

In this episode of the My City My Health podcast, host Caroline Carlson speaks with Dr. Candyce Briggs, a licensed clinical psychologist and mental health advocate based in Iowa City, about the importance of prioritizing self-care and mental health in underserved communities. Dr. Briggs shares her experiences working with community organizations and non-profits to increase access to mental health services for Black and culturally diverse families, as well as her insights on the challenges faced by these communities in seeking care.

About the guest:
Dr. Candice Briggs is a licensed clinical psychologist and mental health advocate based in Iowa City, Iowa. She is passionate about increasing access to mental health services for underserved communities and has worked with a variety of local organizations to improve mental health outcomes for Black and culturally diverse families.

Shownotes:
00:00 - Introduction to the episode and guest Dr. Candyce Briggs
01:42 - About Dr. Briggs and her work as a mental health advocate
03:30 - The importance of prioritizing self-care in mental health
05:12 - Challenges faced by underserved communities in seeking mental health services
07:28 - Dr. Briggs' experiences working with community organizations and non-profits to increase access to mental health services for Black and culturally diverse families
11:30 - The impact of COVID-19 on mental health in underserved communities
14:10 - Dr. Briggs' insights on the upcoming My City My Health Conference and the importance of community collaboration
16:20 - Dr. Briggs' affirmations for prioritizing self-care
18:10 - How to connect with Dr. Briggs and access her services

"I think the biggest thing I would like to take it or listeners to take is really just always prioritizing self-care. And I say radical self-care in the sense of making sure that you do something every day that brings you joy, that makes you feel good. And making sure that you have a sense of community." - Dr. Candyce Briggs

About the host: Caroline Carlson is a student at the University of Iowa studying Health and Human Physiology on the Health Studies track. Caroline is part of a team supporting the My City My Health Conference in Iowa City. The conference aims to bring together the University of Iowa and the Iowa City corridor community to discuss health equity programs and collaborations. Interested individuals can register for the conference through www.mycity.health.