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On being invested
Today would have been his 65th birthday. My late husband, Jeffrey Walker, was such an incredible human being -- and I am not just saying...
Feb 6, 20252 min read


On Slaying Dragons
On Monday 1/23/23, I made my first return to Harvard since resigning my faculty position in 2016. Those of you who know me, have listened...
Jan 26, 20232 min read


A quick note about grief
For those of you who are unaware, the grief process is not linear. I used to hear folks say, "it get's easier over time." Ummm... NO! At...
May 31, 20221 min read


Why Gun Control is a Public Health Issue
Originally published 1/20/2013 First let me define what public health is. Simply put, public health is the scientific exploration of...
May 25, 20222 min read


Story of the Stones
Ash and I went for a walk and reminisced about Jeff.
May 29, 20211 min read


It's not rocket science, but it IS brain surgery!
I was worried that because I was a black woman, any practice opportunities would be limited. -Dr. Alexa Canady
Mar 11, 20212 min read


Dr. David Satcher
Dr. Satcher used his position and stature to bring much-needed attention to the significant health care disparities that exist in the U.S.
Feb 24, 20213 min read


Dr. Patricia Bath
It was during her research years that Dr. Bath noticed the disparities in eye care for racial minorities and the poor.
Feb 17, 20212 min read


Dr. James McCune Smith
Smith attended the African Free School in Manhattan and was reported quite bright. He was placed in the apprenticeship of a blacksmith but
Feb 10, 20213 min read


Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler
Dr. Rebecca Crumpler devoted her life to improving health in the black community through research and clinical work.
Feb 3, 20212 min read
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