EP 111 :: Navigating Dementia in the African American Community :: Dr. Kalisha Bonds Johnson
In this thought-provoking episode, Bobbi & Mike talk with Dr. Kalisha Bonds Johnson, a nurse practitioner, researcher and assistant professor at Emory University. Dr. Bonds Johnson’s work focuses on improving health outcomes for African Americans living with dementia and their families. Tune in to learn how factors such as environment, family situation, and patient/provider relationship all play a part in managing our health.
Discussing the barriers African Americans face in getting treatment for dementia is not an easy conversation to have—although it is of the utmost importance. Dr. Bonds Johnson does just that with compassion, authenticity and discernment and truly opens our eyes to the potential biases can play in the diagnosis process, as well as the medications prescribed. Join us as Dr. Bonds Johnson shares her insights on this very sensitive subject.
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