Less Than 3%: Recent Episodes

James Charpentier

The road to accomplishing a person's long-term goals come with plenty of new experiences, opportunities, and questions. Inviting his listeners on a journey toward achieving his aspirations, James Charpentier discusses many obstacles, issues, and difficult conversations that surround the medical field, in addition to some of the other numerous challenges that come with being a young Black man in the United States.

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Navigating the path to becoming a physician entails overcoming academic hurdles, such as successfully completing undergraduate studies as a pre-med. In this episode, James Charpentier is accompanied by Fatimah Coppin, as they discuss the significance of women in color in the medical field and how she plans to make an impact in healthcare.

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Becoming a physician is only one part of the journey, with there being a plethora of different specialties of doctors in the United States. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses a few of the many types of physicians, and he invites his listeners to take part in the interactive discussion.See references for this episode here:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1akKQB6ROb1DP2idyV93JxEnq9X5ayX_H88lMH4D-NIM/edit?usp=sharing

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One of the biggest challenges many students deal with is how to balance priorities in school with all the other parts of life that matter. In this episode, James Charpentier is joined by Benjamin Gay as they discuss Benjamin's journey in setting priorities straight and achieving success in his first year of medical school.

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Some of the more recent advances in healthcare are the shift toward more personalized care and the influx of technology. Precision medicine is a newer form of medicine that uses both of these advances. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses how precision medicine is shaping the future and healthcare and what this means for the care of patients in underserved communities.

References:

  1. National Cancer Institute. "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms." Available from: https://www.cancer.gov/publications/dictionaries/cancer-terms/def/precision-medicine.
  2. WebMD. "Traditional vs. Precision Medicine: How They Differ." 2022. Available from: https://www.webmd.com/cancer/precision-vs-traditional-medicine.
  3. Mestrovic, Tomislav, and Viktorija Kuna. "Precision Medicine, AI, and the Future of Personalized Health Care." PMC. 2021. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7877825/.
  4. Harvard Medical School. "Precision-Driven Health Equity." 2020. Available from: https://hms.harvard.edu/news/precision-driven-health-equity.
  5. Targeted Oncology. "Despite Advances in Precision Medicine, Disparities Persist." 2020. Available from: https://www.targetedonc.com/view/despite-advances-in-precision-medicine-disparities-persist.

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Medical school is a long and challenging journey for many students across the country, and there are plenty of life lessons to learn along the way. In this episode, James Charpentier is accompanied by Edem Adika, a fourth year medical student, as they talk about things he has learned from his entire medical school journey and what has led him to the field of Emergency Medicine.

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One of the most emphasized topics on the podcast is increasing diversity in healthcare and caring for diverse and underserved communities. But what makes this so important? In this episode, James Charpentier discusses the issue of health disparities in the medical field and the role of diversity in dealing with this problem.

References:

  1. AB. "Patient-Physician Racial Concordance and the Perceived Quality and Use of Health Care." Archives of Internal Medicine. Accessed July 8, 2023. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10326942/.
  2. McFarling, Usha Lee. "In Counties with More Black Doctors, Black People Live Longer, 'astonishing' Study Finds." STAT, May 3, 2023. https://www.statnews.com/2023/04/14/black-doctors-primary-care-life-expectancy-mortality/.
  3. Nadeau, Sarah, Madia Coleman, Julia Cusick, Vice President, Madeline Shepherd, Director, Emma Lofgren, Peter Gordon, et al. "Health Disparities by Race and Ethnicity." Center for American Progress, June 27, 2023. https://www.americanprogress.org/article/health-disparities-race-ethnicity/.
  4. "Patient-Centered Communication, Ratings of Care, and Concordance of Patient and Physician Race." Annals of Internal Medicine. Accessed July 8, 2023. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14644893/.
  5. Rivero, Enrique. "Proportion of Black Physicians in U.S. Has Changed Little in 120 Years, UCLA Research Finds." UCLA, April 20, 2021. https://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/proportion-black-physicians-little-change.
  6. Weiner, Stacy. "Black Men Make up Less than 3% of Physicians. That Requires Immediate Action, Say Leaders in Academic Medicine." AAMC, November 23, 2020. https://www.aamc.org/news/black-men-make-less-3-physicians-requires-immediate-action-say-leaders-academic-medicine.

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Devoting time to fitness and exercise is one of the most crucial parts of improving one's health and wellness. In this episode, James Charpentier is accompanied by Mark Jean Pierre, trainer and founder of MarkMyBodyFitness, as they discuss the role of personal training and fitness alongside medicine in helping health outcomes.

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Physicians need to be able to effectively understand and connect with each of their patients, and personalizing care is a crucial way to do so. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses how the concept of cultural competence can impact the way physicians treat patients and the role this plays in the future of healthcare.

References:

  1. Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. "How to Improve Cultural Competence in Health Care." Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. Available from: https://publichealth.tulane.edu/blog/cultural-competence-in-health-care/#:~:text=What%20Is%20Cultural%20Competence%20in,attitudes%2C%20values%2C%20and%20behaviors.
  2. Vasanwala, Rashida Farhad Dr., Amos Lim, et al. "The impact of patient-centered care on health outcomes in adolescents living with diabetes." Patient Experience Journal. Available from: https://pxjournal.org/journal/vol9/iss1/8/.
  3. Medical News Today. "Western vs. Eastern medicine: What to know." Medical News Today. Available from: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/western-vs-eastern-medicine#western-vs-eastern.
  4. Welkin Health. "How to Improve Patient Care Quality." Welkin Health. Available from: https://welkinhealth.com/patient-centered-care/.

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Medical students often have to face the challenge of preparing for major tests, such as Step 1, Step 2, and others. Dealing with the pressure of preparing for these exams can be an obstacle for many of these students. In this episode, Dominic Daniraim joins James Charpentier to discuss how he overcame these challenges, being an unorthodox student, and being a Black man on the medical path.

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Strength training is a popular activity for its benefits on physical fitness. However, what often goes unmentioned is the positive impact it can have on mental health, particularly for students. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses the ways in which strength training can enhance cognitive performance, ultimately helping academic success.

References:

  1. Knowing Neurons. "How Weight Lifting Gets the Brain in Shape." Knowing Neurons; 2022. Available from: https://knowingneurons.com/blog/2022/03/01/how-weight-lifting-gets-the-brain-in-shape/#:~:text=As%20muscles%20increase%20in%20strength,impairment%20and%20even%20cognitive%20decline.
  2. University of Sydney. "Strength Training Can Help Protect the Brain from Degeneration." University of Sydney; 2020. Available from: https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/news/2020/02/11/strength-training-can-help-protect-the-brain-from-degeneration.html.
  3. University of Alabama at Birmingham. "Weightlifting Could Improve Cognition, According to New Study." University of Alabama at Birmingham; 2019. Available from: https://www.uab.edu/news/research/item/10251-weightlifting-could-improve-cognition-according-to-new-study#:~:text=Attention%2C%20reasoning%20and%20memory%20could,University%20of%20Alabama%20at%20Birmingham.
  4. Medical News Today. "22 Brain Exercises to Improve Memory, Cognition, and Creativity." Medical News Today. Available from: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/22-brain-exercises-to-improve-memory-cognition-and-creativity.

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Minoxidil is a product that has been in more recent conversation regarding skin care and beard growth. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses whether this product is safe and effective for those growing beards and the role this can play in one's health.

References:

  1. Mineo, A. (2023, April 26). Can you use minoxidil for beard growth? we asked the experts. Byrdie. https://www.byrdie.com/minoxidil-for-beard-5208895
  2. Minoxidil for beard growth: Does it work?. hims. (n.d.). https://www.forhims.com/blog/minoxidil-for-beard#:~:text=Yes%2C%20studies%20show%20that%20minoxidil,if%20you%20have%20sensitive%20skin

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Medical school is one of the most impacful experiences for many students aiming to become physicians, but is also the one of greatest challenges students go through. Join us in this episode as Ebubechucwu Obiora, a 2nd-year medical student, engages in a conversation with James Charpentier. They discuss overcoming challenges in medical school, navigating the journey to becoming a physician as a black man, and delve into Ebubechucwu's path to Anesthesiology.

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One of the most important factors in achieving one's goals is having the right mentors and community of people. In this episode, James Charpentier welcomes Mr. Jerrold G. Erves, the admissions director of the Sophie Davis/CUNY School of Medicine and head of the Brothers, M.D. Initiative. Together, they discuss the role of mentorship for Black men in medical education success in addition to the many factors that influence those dynamics.

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Residency is one of the toughest parts of the journey to becoming a physician. Long hours, difficult work conditions, and lower pay are some of many factors that have driven medical residents to demand changes. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses the unionization of residents at medical facilities and how this can impact the future of healthcare in the United States.

References:

  1. Association of American Medical Colleges. "Thousands of Medical Residents Are Unionizing. Here's What That Means for Doctors, Hospitals, and the Patients They Serve." AAMC. 2022. Available from: https://www.aamc.org/news/thousands-medical-residents-are-unionizing-here-s-what-means-doctors-hospitals-and-patients-they.
  2. Hsu, Priscilla. "80-hour Weeks and Roaches Near Your Cot? More Medical Residents Unionize." NPR. March 23, 2023. Available from: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/03/23/1165539846/80-hour-weeks-and-roaches-near-your-cot-more-medical-residents-unionize.
  3. Resnick, Michael J., Allen F. Morey, Christopher S. Saigal, Justin B. Dimick, Brent K. Hollenbeck, and Robert M. Sweet. "Resident Impact on Patient & Surgeon Satisfaction and Outcomes: Evidence for Health System Support for Urology Education." Journal of Urology. 2019;202(1):65-70. Available from: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0090429519305217.
  4. AAOS Now. "An Inside Look at Resident Unions Shows Pros and Cons." AAOS Now. February 2023. Available from: https://www.aaos.org/aaosnow/2023/feb/residency/residency01/.
  5. Mariah, Alicia. "Pros and Cons of Joining a Labor Union in Residency: Is It Really Worth It?" The DO. April 6, 2022. Available from: https://thedo.osteopathic.org/columns/pros-and-cons-of-joining-a-labor-union-in-residency-is-it-really-worth-it/.

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Fashion and healthcare are two words that do not typically go together in a sentence. However, the concepts of fashion and health are often more interconnected than you may think. In this episode, Silas Lavino joins James Charpentier to discuss the mental health struggles of many within the fashion industry, and how people in both medicine and fashion can confront these problems.

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Anxiety is one of the most prevalent health-related issues in the United States today. Although many are aware of its effects on mental health, it can have a devastating impact on your physical health. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses the impact of anxiety on physical well-being and what can be done to address it.

References:

  1. Advanced Psychiatry Associates. "The Effects of Anxiety and Depression on Your Physical Health." Advanced Psychiatry Associates. Available from: https://advancedpsychiatryassociates.com/resources/blog/the-effects-of-anxiety-and-depression-on-your-physical-health/#:~:text=Digestive%20disorders%2C%20heart%20disease%2C%20obesity,respiratory%20illnesses%20and%20thyroid%20issues. Published 2019.
  2. Healthline. "Anxiety: Effects on Body and Behavior." Healthline. Available from: https://www.healthline.com/health/anxiety/effects-on-body. Published 2022.
  3. Jiang W, Samad Z, Boyle S, Becker RC, Williams R, et al. "Mental Stress-Induced Myocardial Ischemia and Cardiac Events." National Center for Biotechnology Information. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3150179/#:~:text=An%20increasing%20body%20of%20evidence,arrhythmias%2C%20and%20sudden%20cardiac%20death. Published 2011.
  4. Mayer EA, Naliboff BD, Chang L, Coutinho SV. "The Role of Stress in the Development of Gastrointestinal Disorders." National Center for Biotechnology Information. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC181226/. Published 2002.
  5. Mayo Clinic Health System. "Tips to Help Ease Anxiety." Mayo Clinic Health System. Available from: https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/tips-to-help-ease-anxiety. Published 2021.

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One of the most important aspects of physicians caring for patients is communication. Without it, it can be difficult for doctors to help patients reach their health goals and stick to their treatment plans. With the increasing popularity of motivational interviewing being done by physicians, it raises the question of how it can impact patient care. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses the usefulness and growth of motivational interviewing as a communication strategy, and its effects on the direction of the healthcare system.

References:

  1. Miller, W. R., & Rollnick, S. (n.d.). Understanding Motivational Interviewing. Retrieved from Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) website: https://motivationalinterviewing.org/understanding-motivational-interviewing
  2. Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT). (n.d.). Motivational Interviewing: Definition, Principles, and Approach. Retrieved from University of Massachusetts Amherst Student Life website: https://www.umass.edu/studentlife/sites/default/files/documents/pdf/Motivational_Interviewing_Definition_Principles_Approach.pdf
  3. Iyawa, G. E., Siakwa, M., Bam, V., & Offei, I. (2018). Motivational interviewing-based training vs traditional training on the uptake of cervical screening: a quasi-experimental study. Journal of Public Health and Epidemiology, 10(6), 196-203.
  4. Rubak, S., Sandbaek, A., Lauritzen, T., & Christensen, B. (2005). Motivational interviewing: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Patient Education and Counseling, 59(3), 291-309.
  5. Riegelman, R. K., & Hirsch, A. (2021). Motivational Interviewing Training: A Case-Based Curriculum for Preclinical Medical Students. Academic Medicine, 90(6), 780-783.

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The quality of physicians' education plays the greatest role in how they treat their patients. If future doctors operate on inaccurate or biased knowledge, it can have a dangerous effect. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses the impact that racism can have within medical training, and what needs to be done for medical schools to correct this.

References:

  1. Penn Medicine. How Medical Schools Can Transform Curriculums to Undo Racial Biases. National Center for Biotechnology Information. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4843483/
  2. Weissman JS, Blumenthal D, Silk AK, Zapert K, Gandon M, et al. Addressing Racial Bias in Medical Education — NEJM Perspective. New England Journal of Medicine. Available from: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMp2116224
  3. Penn Medicine. How Medical Schools Can Transform Curriculums to Undo Racial Biases. Penn Medicine. Available from: https://www.pennmedicine.org/news/news-releases/2021/january/how-medical-schools-can-transform-curriculums-to-undo-racial-biases

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The growth of artificial intelligence has been one of the most prominent current events across the United States. Many have discussed fears and concerns about this growth and how issues such as the loss of many jobs could come at the hands of this newly developing technology. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses how the growth of AI plays into the healthcare, and whether doctors could be at the brink of losing their jobs as well.

References:

  1. ChatGPT passed USMLE: What does it mean for medical education?AMA - American Medical Association. Retrieved from https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/digital/chatgpt-passed-usmle-what-does-it-mean-med-ed
  2. AI identifies normal and abnormal X-rays.RSNA - Radiological Society of North America. Retrieved from https://www.rsna.org/news/2023/march/ai-identifies-normal-abnormal-xrays
  3. AI coming for your job? ChatGPT renews fears.ABC News. Retrieved from https://abcnews.go.com/Business/ai-coming-job-chatgpt-renews-fears/story?id=97079982
  4. Three reasons AI is not ready to replace radiologists.Omnia Health Insights. Retrieved from https://insights.omnia-health.com/clinical/three-reasons-ai-not-ready-replace-radiologists#:~:text=However%2C%20while%20AI%20accuracy%20is,so%20in%20the%20foreseeable%20future
  5. Is there a shortage of primary care physicians?St. George's University. Retrieved from https://www.sgu.edu/blog/medical/is-there-a-shortage-of-primary-care-physicians/
  6. How artificial intelligence can help primary care doctors and their patients.Medical Economics. Retrieved from https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/how-artificial-intelligence-can-help-primary-care-doctors-and-their-patients#:~:text=%E2%80%9CAI%20can%20unlock%20a%20physician's,and%20internet%20of%20things%20devices.%E2%80%9D

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One of the most urgent topics surrounding healthcare in the United States is physician shortages, which are expected to be a significant issue in the coming years. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses just how serious this problem is and how this can be addressed.

References:

4 factors that lead to physician shortages. Definitive Healthcare. (n.d.). Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.definitivehc.com/blog/factors-lead-to-physician-shortage

AAMC report reinforces mounting physician shortage. AAMC. (2021, June 11). Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.aamc.org/news-insights/press-releases/aamc-report-reinforces-mounting-physician-shortage

The complexities of physician supply and demand: Projections from 2019 to 2034 | AAMC. (n.d.). Retrieved April 10, 2023, from https://www.aamc.org/media/54681/download?attachment&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--EKMOcjqRGBrLYHGJtfF1MTj08mR6y6NNUgvuZjW4fhrY6h_GpAsBdxeOCjZvGxkJmnztj

Cskopecce. (2022, February 8). Is there a shortage of primary care physicians? evaluating the claims. Medical Blog. Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.sgu.edu/blog/medical/is-there-a-shortage-of-primary-care-physicians/

Lyle Berkowitz, M. D. (2023, January 30). What doctor shortage? MedicalEconomics. Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/what-doctor-shortage-

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The process of becoming a physician is one that is very long-winded, with years of committing to learning and growing as student and trainee. One of the first major steps in this process is completing undergrad. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses three things he learned as a result of his time as an undergraduate.

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Burnout among physicians has been a prevalent issue across the United States for years. In this episode, James Charpentier talks about the different factors that play into physician burnout and some of the things to consider in dealing with this issue.

References:

Bookmark. (2023, February 16). What is physician burnout? American Medical Association. Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/physician-health/what-physician-burnout

Burnout among health professionals and its effect on patient safety. Patient Safety Network. (n.d.). Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://psnet.ahrq.gov/perspective/burnout-among-health-professionals-and-its-effect-patient-safety

Carbajal, E. (n.d.). 29 physician specialties ranked by 2022 burnout rates. Becker's Hospital Review. Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-physician-relationships/29-physician-specialties-ranked-by-2022-burnout-rates.html

National Center for Biotechnology Information. (n.d.). Retrieved April 10, 2023, from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538330/

Physician burnout. AHRQ. (n.d.). Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.ahrq.gov/prevention/clinician/ahrq-works/burnout/index.html

Southwick, R. (2023, March 10). Reducing burnout in doctors: Focus on fixing the workplace, not the worker. OncLive. Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.chiefhealthcareexecutive.com/view/reducing-burnout-in-doctors-focus-on-fixing-the-workplace-not-the-worker

Taylor, M. (n.d.). Physician burnout and depression continue to climb: Medscape. Becker's Hospital Review. Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-physician-relationships/physician-burnout-and-depression-continue-to-climb-medscape.html

World Health Organization. (n.d.). Burn-out an "Occupational phenomenon": International Classification of Diseases. World Health Organization. Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.who.int/news/item/28-05-2019-burn-out-an-occupational-phenomenon-international-classification-of-diseases#:~:text=%E2%80%9CBurn%2Dout%20is%20a%20syndrome,related%20to%20one's%20job%3B%20and

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There has been plenty of discussion surrounding the United States healthcare system over the course of years, and the healthcare systems of other countries come with their own similarities and differences to the United States. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses how the healthcare systems in other nations compares to the United States, and what can be learned from them.

References:

5 critical priorities for the U.S. Health Care System. Harvard Business Review. (2021, December 15). Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://hbr.org/2021/12/5-critical-priorities-for-the-u-s-health-care-system

Gaille, L. (2018, November 26). 21 Canadian medicare pros and cons. Vittana.org. Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://vittana.org/21-canadian-medicare-pros-and-cons

Gaille, L. (2021, February 2). 19 pros and cons of German Healthcare System. Vittana.org. Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://vittana.org/19-pros-and-cons-of-german-healthcare-system

How does the U.S. healthcare system compare to other countries? Peter G. Peterson Foundation. (n.d.). Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2022/07/how-does-the-us-healthcare-system-compare-to-other-countries

Ridic, G., Gleason, S., & Ridic, O. (2012). Comparisons of health care systems in the United States, Germany and Canada. Materia socio-medica. Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3633404/

World Health Organization. (n.d.). Universal Health Coverage. World Health Organization. Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.who.int/health-topics/universal-health-coverage#tab=tab_1

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Universal healthcare is a system that is commonly talked about when discussing how to improve the US Healthcare system and how it compares to others. In this episode, James Charpentier explains the universal health care system and some of the things to consider in whether the United States should implement the system.

References:

Health Care Systems: Models, pros and cons, and Smart Health Card Contribution. Thales Group. (n.d.). Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.thalesgroup.com/en/markets/digital-identity-and-security/government/health/universal-health-care

How does universal health coverage work? Commonwealth Fund. (n.d.). Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.commonwealthfund.org/international-health-policy-center/system-features/how-does-universal-health-coverage-work

Universal Healthcare Pros and Cons. Right to Health Care. (2023, March 16). Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://healthcare.procon.org/

World Health Organization. (n.d.). Universal Health Coverage. World Health Organization. Retrieved April 9, 2023, from https://www.who.int/health-topics/universal-health-coverage#tab=tab_1

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Healthcare does not only focus on the health and wellbeing of individuals, both often communities. One of the most prevalent public health issues across the United States is food insecurity. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses the impact of this problem and the initiatives that are being developed to address food insecurity across the country.

References:

Children's food insecurity increasing during COVID-19 pandemic. (2020, November 02). Retrieved August 2, 2022, from https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/hsph-in-the-news/childrens-food-insecurity-increasing-during-covid-19-pandemic/

Covid-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity, especially in families with children. (2021, September 22). Retrieved August 2, 2022, from https://www.nyu.edu/about/news-publications/news/2021/september/pandemic-food-insecurity.html

Covid-19. (2022, July 13). Retrieved August 2, 2022, from https://hungersolutionsny.org/covid-19/

Definitions of Food Security. (n.d.). Retrieved August 1, 2022, from https://www.ers.usda.gov/topics/food-nutrition-assistance/food-security-in-the-u-s/definitions-of-food-security/

Fighting more than covid-19. (2022, April 15). Retrieved August 2, 2022, from https://www.foodbanknyc.org/fighting-more-than-covid-19/

Food and Food System Resources. (2022, July 11). Retrieved August 2, 2022, from https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/resources-publications/food-and-food-system-resources-during-covid-19-pandemic.html

Food Insecurity and Access in New York City during the COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020-2021. (n.d.). Retrieved August 2, 2022, from https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/doh/downloads/pdf/epi/databrief128.pdf

Food insecurity. (2022, April 15). Retrieved August 2, 2022, from https://www.cityharvest.org/food-insecurity/#:~:text=Nearly%201.2%20million%20New%20Yorkers,including%20one%20in%20four%20children

Food insecurity. (n.d.). Retrieved August 2, 2022, from https://www.healthypeople.gov/2020/topics-objectives/topic/social-determinants-health/interventions-resources/food-insecurity

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The foods that we consume have a large impact on physical health, mental health, and many other factors in our overall health and well-being. Having a consistent diet that allows us to take in quality, healthy foods is one of the most important ways we can achieve our health and wellness goals. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses different popular diets in the United States and how they can help have a positive impact on our overall health.

References:

Bremner, J. D., Moazzami, K., Wittbrodt, M. T., Nye, J. A., Lima, B. B., Gillespie, C. F., Rapaport, M. H., Pearce, B. D., Shah, A. J., & Vaccarino, V. (2020, August 13). Diet, stress and Mental Health. Nutrients. Retrieved July 18, 2022, from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7468813/

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2021, May 16). Benefits of healthy eating. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved July 18, 2022, from https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/resources-publications/benefits-of-healthy-eating.html

Gunnars, K. (2021, October 25). Mediterranean diet 101: Meal plan, foods list, and tips. Healthline. Retrieved July 18, 2022, from https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/mediterranean-diet-meal-plan

Horton, B. (n.d.). What is a pescatarian diet, and how healthy is it really? EatingWell. Retrieved July 18, 2022, from https://www.eatingwell.com/article/7822474/pescatarian-diet-health-benefits/

Marengo, K. (2020, April 27). Vegan diet: Health benefits, foods, and tips. Medical News Today. Retrieved July 18, 2022, from https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/149636#_noHeaderPrefixedContent

Mawer, R. (2020, October 22). The ketogenic diet: A detailed beginner's guide to keto. Healthline. Retrieved July 18, 2022, from https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/ketogenic-diet-101#diet-types

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2021, July 23). Mediterranean diet for heart health. Mayo Clinic. Retrieved July 18, 2022, from https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/mediterranean-diet/art-20047801

Melinda. (2022, February 8). The Mediterranean Diet. HelpGuide.org. Retrieved July 18, 2022, from https://www.helpguide.org/articles/diets/the-mediterranean-diet.htm

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Childbirth is one of the most significant health-related events in the lives of many individuals, specifically women who are pregnant. It is important that the safety of these individuals is protected during such a crucial time, but healthcare disparities that exist across the United States impact Black women disproportionately during childbirth. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses the inequities that affect minority women who are pregnant and initiatives being put in place to address this issue.

References:

Danielle, Britni. “Black Mothers in NYC Are 12 Times More Likely to Die in Childbirth than White Women.” Essence, Essence, 24 Oct. 2020, https://www.essence.com/news/black-mothers-nyc-12-times-more-likely-die-childbirth/.

“Maternal Mortality Rates in the United States, 2020.” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 23 Feb. 2022, https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/hestat/maternal-mortality/2020/maternal-mortality-rates-2020.htm.

Maternal Mortality Review 2014 - New York State Department of Health. https://www.health.ny.gov/community/adults/women/docs/maternal_mortality_review_2014.pdf.

Mundasad, Smitha. “Black Women Four Times More Likely to Die in Childbirth.” BBC News, BBC, 11 Nov. 2021, https://www.bbc.com/news/health-59248345.

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Considering the issue of misdiagnosis of minority patients in healthcare, it is clear how different groups of people can be subject to poor treatment by their physicians. These factors point back to the dangerous impacts of implicit bias in different fields in the United States, and the prevalence of this issue ties to even greater large-scale problems. In this episode, James Charpentier continues his discussion on the misdiagnosis and disproportionate treatment of minority patients by physicians and explains the large-scale impact that these issues have.

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One of the most crucial parts of treating patients as a physician or healthcare worker is being able to diagnose the issues that someone is dealing with. Unfortunately, not all diagnoses are accurate, and minority patients in the United States are often diagnosed at a disproportionate rate in certain fields of healthcare. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses the disparities that exist for minorities in the area of diagnosis and the role of bias in this issue.

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With so many issues that have been covered on this podcast so far, it can be easy to focus on the negative aspects of everything and stress behind problems that impact so many people. One of the most important ways to manage and process all of these issues is by taking the time to be thankful. In this episode, James Charpentier explains the benefits of a grateful attitude and how you can begin to have this pattern of thinking.

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With many of the injustices and issues seen across the United States, an easy question to ask is why individuals would intentionally do harm to specific groups of people who don't look like them. In this episode, James Charpentier explains bias and its affect on different fields and people, and how implicit bias can cause people to treat others poorly without even recognizing it.

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Management and treatment of pain is one the most important factors when speaking of healthcare. One of the main responsibilities of physicians and other healthcare professionals treating patients is helping ease the pain that comes with health issues and illness. Unfortunately, many minority patients do not have the same experience in having their pain treated by physicians. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses some of the disparities seen for minority patients in pain treatment and how this issue can be approached over time.

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Music is one of the most powerful forms of self-expression, allowing people to explore their creativity and discover many different opportunities. In this episode, James Charpentier explains how this form of artistic expression has greatly benefitted him, and why you may want to consider using it too.

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One of the most crucial parts to achieving success in the United States is quality of education. In this episode, James Charpentier speaks about the obstacles that stand in the way of many minorities looking to succeed in this area, while discussing the initiatives taking place to approach these disparities.

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The topic of food deserts is one that may be unfamiliar to some. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses the destructive impact of food deserts on communities across the United States and how this issue is being addressed today.

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With this podcast beginning, the easiest question to ask is, "Why Less Than 3%"? In this episode, James Charpentier answers that question, as he discusses both his reasons for starting the podcast and the long-term goals he hopes to achieve.

References:

Huerto, R. (2020, March 31). Minority patients benefit from having minority doctors, but that's a hard match to make. University of Michigan. Retrieved June 24, 2022, from https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/minority-patients-benefit-from-having-minority-doctors-but-thats-a-hard-match-to-make-0

Laurencin, C. T., & Murray, M. (2017, May 22). An American crisis: The lack of black men in medicine. Journal of racial and ethnic health disparities. Retrieved June 24, 2022, from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5909952/

Rivero, E. (2021, April 20). Proportion of black physicians in U.S. has changed little in 120 years, UCLA research finds. UCLA. Retrieved June 24, 2022, from https://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/proportion-black-physicians-little-change

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This officially begins the Less Than 3% podcast. In this episode, James Charpentier discusses the controversy surrounding whether the Confederate flag should be taken down, while breaking down the reasons behind the disagreement. Explaining both sides of this debate, this episode shifts the attention of listeners to an issue that goes further back in time.

References:

Brian Resnick, N. J. (2015, July 10). The science of why taking down the Confederate Flag Matters. The Atlantic. Retrieved June 22, 2022, from https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2015/07/the-science-of-why-taking-down-the-confederate-flag-matters/454353/

Constitution of the Confederate States; March 11, 1861. Avalon Project - Constitution of the Confederate States; March 11, 1861. (n.d.). Retrieved June 23, 2022, from https://avalon.law.yale.edu/19th_century/csa_csa.asp

The New York Times. (n.d.). Removal of confederate symbols in the U.S. The New York Times. Retrieved June 23, 2022, from https://www.nytimes.com/news-event/confederate-flags-monuments-statues

Nielsen, R. (2014, October 10). 25 terrific ideas for family history fun. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Retrieved June 23, 2022, from https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/new-era/1986/03/25-terrific-ideas-for-family-history-fun?lang=eng

Ortiz, A., & Diaz, J. (2020, June 3). George Floyd protests reignite debate over Confederate statues. The New York Times. Retrieved June 23, 2022, from https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/03/us/confederate-statues-george-floyd.html

Sysadmin. (2016, March 28). Confederate Battle Flag. Smithsonian's History Explorer. Retrieved June 23, 2022, from https://historyexplorer.si.edu/resource/confederate-battle-flag

Taking down the Confederate Flag. Facing History and Ourselves. (n.d.). Retrieved June 22, 2022, from https://www.facinghistory.org/resource-library/taking-down-confederate-flag

Treisman, R. (2021, February 23). Nearly 100 Confederate monuments removed in 2020, report says; more than 700 remain. NPR. Retrieved June 23, 2022, from https://www.npr.org/2021/02/23/970610428/nearly-100-confederate-monuments-removed-in-2020-report-says-more-than-700-remai