Racism and Type 2 Diabetes in Sioux City: Dr. Julian Lee on Health Equity
Description
Dr. Julian Lee joins Corey Dion Lewis to break down how racism shapes type 2 diabetes outcomes and trust in care for African American communities in Sioux City, Iowa.
You will hear:
- What aversive, structural, and overt racism look like in healthcare
- Why diabetes disparities persist and what the data shows
- How bias shows up in real clinical moments
- What systems can change now to improve outcomes and trust
This episode connects health equity, diabetes prevention, and community-driven solutions with a clear focus on action.
Show Notes
0:00 – Introduction and welcome
2:15 – Dr. Julian Lee’s work and why health equity drives him
3:42 – How racism impacts diabetes outcomes in African Americans
5:38 – Losing his father and the path to advocacy
8:57 – Moving from awareness to action
10:25 – Helping people care and respond with responsibility
15:20 – Aversive, structural, and overt racism in healthcare
20:06 – The curb cut effect and why equity helps everyone
29:18 – Bias and stereotyping in clinical interactions
33:03 – Structural changes that create accountability
36:27 – Mistrust, history, and today’s realities
40:49 – Key takeaways on diabetes disparities in Sioux City
43:44 – Closing thoughts and how to connect with Dr. Lee
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