S1 E3: Health management for Black professionals
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Show Notes:
In this episode of the Black Corporate Life podcast, host James Frison interviews Dr. Kimberley Pryor, a seasoned medical doctor with extensive experience in medicine and currently working as a healthcare administrator. They explore crucial health topics for Black professionals in corporate America, emphasizing the importance of taking charge of one’s health, maintaining a focus on wellbeing through proper nutrition, sleep, exercise, and regular medical checkups. Dr. Pryor shares her personal journey into medicine, influenced by her family’s medical background, and discusses common health issues faced by the African American community, including heart disease, diabetes, and the compounded risks posed by sedentary jobs. The conversation also covers the role of stress, the significance of having a healthcare provider, and the rights patients have when seeking medical care. Dr. Pryor stresses the importance of prioritizing health, educating oneself, and the benefits of having an accountability partner or patient advocate. The overarching message is the critical need for black professionals to actively manage their health to thrive in corporate America and beyond.
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00:00 Introduction to the Black Corporate Life Podcast
00:36 Meet Our Guest: Dr. Kimberly Pryor
01:35 Important Disclaimer for Listeners
02:05 Dr. Pryor’s Journey into Medicine
05:56 Major Health Issues Impacting Black People
07:48 The Impact of Sedentary Jobs on Health
08:43 The Role of Stress in Health
09:46 Maintaining Health Amidst Busy Schedules
11:29 Choosing the Right Healthcare Provider
15:11 The Importance of Asking Questions
18:17 Managing Your Health: Tips and Advice
20:28 Navigating the Healthcare System
24:23 Final Thoughts and Recap
If you understand what’s going on with your body, it’s easier for you to be compliant with followup, with taking medication, whatever treatment regime that your doc recommends
Dr. Kimberley Pryor
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