Inside Family Medicine25 Apr 2024

Dr. Cleveland Piggott: His Journey and Insights on Health Equity

Dr. Cleveland Piggott, president of the Colorado Academy of Family Physicians and an associate professor and vice chair for diversity, equity, inclusion at the University of Colorado Department of Family Medicine, discusses the importance of health equity, diversity, and inclusion in the medical field.

Dr. Piggott shares his personal journey into family medicine, touched by his family's experience with healthcare and influenced by his passion for education, mentorship, and caring for others. Highlighting the critical role family physicians play in addressing health disparities, Dr. Piggott stresses mentorship, academic medicine, and active participation in promoting health equity as pivotal factors in creating a diverse and inclusive healthcare environment.

The episode also explores how family physicians are uniquely positioned to advance health equity and offers actionable advice for physicians interested in promoting workforce diversity and diversity in medical education.

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Topics by Timestamp

00:00 Welcome to Inside Family Medicine: Meet Dr. Cleveland Piggott
00:44 The Journey to Family Medicine: Dr. Piggott's Personal Story
02:13 Discovering a Passion for Family Medicine
04:57 The Path to Academic Medicine and Health Equity
06:09 Overcoming Challenges as an Underrepresented Physician
09:07 Advancing Diversity in Medical Education
11:31 Mentorship and Encouraging Future Physicians
14:14 Family Physicians as Advocates for Health Equity
15:32 Taking Action: How to Impact Health Equity and Diversity
17:18 Closing Thoughts and Resources

Disclaimer: Copyright 2024. AAFP. The views presented in this broadcast are the speaker's own and do not represent those of AAFP. The information presented is for general, educational, or entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal, health, financial, or other advice. AAFP makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information and is not responsible for results that may arise from its use. Consult an appropriate professional concerning your specific situation and respective governing bodies for applicable laws. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by AAFP unless specifically stated otherwise. AAFP and the AAFP logo are registered trademarks of American Academy of Family Physicians.

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