Quote from Dr. Ruffin, MD
Motivational Interviewing Techniques
"I'm asking specific questions not to tell you what to do, but to help you discover the answers within yourself."
— Dr. April R. Ruffin, MD
In this episode of Advocacy and Education: Dr. April Ruffin's Impact on Health Sciences and Mentorship with Dr. April Ruffin, the host, Dr. Jewel Williams, spoke with Dr. April Ruffin about various aspects of women's health, healthcare disparities, and the importance of mentorship. April shared her experiences working with the National Women's Health Network in DC and her dedication to medicine as a calling. She discussed the barriers to healthcare access, including historical distrust and socioeconomic factors, and emphasized mentorship programs like Young Deb Incorporated for youth development. April also discussed motivational interviewing techniques and her holistic approach to health and education. The episode not only explored April's personal journey to medicine but also focused on community health needs, early exposure for youth, and the significance of self-care for healthcare professionals.
Timestamps
00:00 Join us for Dr. April Ruffin's impactful journey.
04:48 Early desire to be a doctor persists.
07:42 Exploring various fields before settling on biology.
10:16 DC experience with women's health, led to medicine.
13:30 Understanding health disparities and historical medical apartheid.
20:09 Adapt and navigate various professional and cultural settings.
21:13 Start early to set up success for young people
25:55 Motivational interviewing helps individuals discover answers within.
28:38 Helping through open-ended questions to achieve goals.
31:17 Subscribe to never miss "Cold Press Conversations."
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Links to Stay in Touch with Dr. Jewel W. Williams
Website: https://jwhitewilliams.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjwhitewilliams/
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