DISC Health Equity Action Lab
Hidden Healers: A Celebration of Historical Black Figures in Medicine: Dr. Sadye Logan, DSW. LISW-CP, ACSW
Dr. Sadye Logan was a pioneer in combining social work principles with public health practices. She emphasized how health outcomes are deeply affected by factors such as housing stability, economic opportunities, education, and family support. Even before the term “social determinants of health” became widely recognized, Logan developed community-based models that treated social conditions as key health interventions.
Consequently, her work played a major role in shaping public health training programs. It also encouraged a shift in healthcare toward more holistic and community-centered approaches.
References
Logan, S. L. (2003). Social work and public health collaboration. Health & Social Work, 28(1), 5–14.
World Health Organization. (2010). A conceptual framework for action on social determinants of health.
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DISC Health
The Health Equity Action Lab (HEAL) is an initiative by Dynasty Interactive Screen Community aimed at addressing health disparities in the U.S. and globally. By engaging media and stakeholders, HEAL seeks to reduce health inequalities and raise awareness. Their approach includes overcoming socio historical barriers and confronting the institutional, social, and political factors that perpetuate healthcare inequality.
Howard University Hospital (HUH)
Howard University Hospital, established in 1862 as Freedmen’s Hospital, has a rich history of serving African Americans and training top medical professionals. Located in Washington, D.C., it is the only teaching hospital on the campus of a historically Black university. HUH is a Level 1 Trauma Center and a critical healthcare provider for underserved populations. It offers advanced medical services, including robotic surgery, and has received numerous accolades for excellence in specialties like heart care, stroke treatment, and radiology.
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Howard University Faculty Practice Plan (FPP)
The Howard University Faculty Practice Plan is a multi-specialty physician group in Washington, D.C., dedicated to advancing healthcare and eliminating health disparities. It offers comprehensive services, including primary and specialty care, mental health, imaging, and cancer care, all connected to Howard University Hospital. FPP emphasizes patient-centered, respectful care for the diverse community and provides free health screenings and events to promote wellness.
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