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It is unfortunate that the healthcare industry has lost its personal touch and become too commercialized, if not totally out of touch. This is the main problem DeAndre James is addressing by pushing community health back into the forefront. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, he shares what must be done to boost mental health support, reinvigorate community engagement in health and wellness, and make preventative care a top priority when providing medical services. DeAndre also talks about his mission to improve health outcomes in underserved communities, the development of a veggie prescription problem, and the creation of a wellness campus.

DeAndre James has worked in various roles within the healthcare sector for over 20 years. He began his healthcare career as a Hospital Corpsman (Emergency Medicine & Surgery) in the US Navy. He has since held leadership positions, including Chief Operating Officer at San Mateo Medical Center and Executive Director of Dignity Health Medical Group. DeAndre holds a Bachelor’s in Healthcare Management from Southern Illinois University and a Master’s in Health System Management from Rush University. Driven by a commitment to health equity, he works to ensure access to quality care for all, regardless of socioeconomic status. As Executive Director of Community Health Trust, DeAndre is dedicated to fostering wellness and enacting positive change in the community.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/community-health-trust/
Guest Website: https://pvhealthtrust.org/
Guest Social:
https://www.youtube.com/@communityhealthtrust
https://www.instagram.com/pvhealth/
https://www.facebook.com/pvhealthtrust

Show Notes: Final audio
Primary Challenges In The Healthcare System - 04:10
Exploring The Veggie Prescription Program - 10:59
Supporting Non-For-Profit With Grants - 15:21
Building A Community-Based Wellness Center - 17:53
Bringing People Back To Optimal Health - 21:49
Helping People In Their Homes And Reorganizing Society - 26:44
Similar Organizations And Keeping Costs Manageable - 32:42
Why You Should Check On Your Neighbors - 37:12
Episode Wrap-up And Closing Words -39:46

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