Navigating Health Policy and Public Advocacy
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Marci Nielsen, a prominent figure in healthcare policy and executive management.
Dr. Nielsen shares her unique career journey from hard sciences to public health and health policy, highlighting her roles in academia, government, and advocacy.
The discussion covers the differences between global and public health policy, the challenges within the U.S. health system, and the impact of COVID-19 on public health management. Dr. Nielsen also delves into the CVKey Project, a technological initiative to help communities safely reopen during the pandemic.
The conversation extends to the future of public health, strategies for rebuilding public trust, and the importance of investment in science and research.
Dr. Nielsen’s passion and optimism for the next generation’s role in addressing healthcare challenges shine through, offering a hopeful outlook for the future.
“From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded. I feel like I’ve got an obligation to take what I know and help others know it too.” -Dr. Marci Nielsen
Thank you for joining us on this episode of Research Renaissance. Until next time, onward and upward.
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