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My Quest for Health Equity: Notes on Learning While Leading
My Quest for Health Equity: Notes on Learning While Leading
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Dr. David Satcher, a renowned physician and former four-star admiral, shares his leadership journey and lessons learned in My Quest for Health Equity. He highlights the importance of clear communication, continual learning, workplace discipline, and addressing health issues such as obesity, reproductive health, and mental health stigma. The book provides a template for using leadership roles to eliminate health disparities.
Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 08 September 2020
Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press
Dr. David Satcher, a renowned physician and former four-star admiral in the US Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, has made an indelible impact on public health. His journey from a humble upbringing in the deep South to becoming a leader in civil rights and health equity is a testament to his resilience and determination. In his book, My Quest for Health Equity, Dr. Satcher takes readers on an inspiring and instructive journey through his fifty-year career. He shares his insights on the challenges and burdens of leadership, emphasizing that every leadership role is an opportunity to advance health equity.
Drawing from his early memories, medical school days, experience in the civil rights movement, and professional highs and lows, Dr. Satcher delves into a range of topics, including the essential qualities of leadership, the importance of translating science into policy and practice, and the significance of addressing social determinants of health.
Through his storytelling, Dr. Satcher inspires and empowers readers to become agents of change in their communities. He emphasizes the need for collaboration, empathy, and a commitment to social justice to achieve health equity. His experiences and lessons learned provide valuable insights for leaders across all sectors, and his unwavering dedication to improving the health of all individuals is a testament to his legacy as a health equity champion.
In conclusion, My Quest for Health Equity is a must-read for anyone interested in leadership, public health, and social justice. Dr. Satcher's inspiring story and valuable insights provide a roadmap for achieving health equity and creating a more equitable and just world.
Weight: 466g
Dimension: 160 x 237 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781421438313
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