Virginia Health Catalyst's mission envisions a Virginia where everyone has equitable access to comprehensive health care, including oral health. What barriers do Virginians face in seeking care? What will it take to overcome those barriers? What does true health equity look like in Virginia? In this episode, Victor McKenzie Jr., CEO of Virginia Health Catalyst, answers these questions and more in a conversation emphasizing the importance of collaboration and community engagement in transforming health systems. Tune in to discover how trust and partnership can catalyze change in public health!

With special guest:
Victor McKenzie, Jr., CEO, Virginia Health Catalyst

Hosted by:
Phillip Noel

All doctors have an impact on their patients. How many doctors have an impact on every patient in their state? Delegate Mark Downey is the only physician in the Virginia House of Delegates. A practicing pediatrician, Del. Downey joins CommonHealth to discuss why he ran for office and the value of his unique perspective on legislative issues. Hear more from behind the scenes of Virginia's legislature on addressing the challenges families face in accessing affordable healthcare and the importance of evidence-based decision-making in shaping policies that benefit the community - all in the latest episode of CommonHealth!

With special guest:
Dr. Mark Downey, Delegate, 69th District

Hosted by:
Phillip Noel

Physician, attorney, leader. These are just a few of the ways to describe Virginia's newest State Health Commissioner, Dr. B. Cameron Webb. This week, Dr. Webb joins Phillip on CommonHealth to share his journey from medicine to law to public health. He discusses the current state of wellness in Virginia as well as his vision and goals for the next three and a half years, from the critical role of local leadership to the importance of building institutional trust. Get to know our Commissioner - listen now!

With special guest:
B. Cameron Webb, MD, JD, State Health Commissioner, Virginia Department of Health

Hosted by:
Phillip Noel