Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Harminder (Mindy) Grewal, MD, MBBS, DGO, DiplABOIM, FAAFP, Chair of the Department of Family Medicine at the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine and Whole Health Clinical Lead at the Dayton VA Medical Center
Dec 13, 2025
Dr. Harminder (Mindy) Grewal is an esteemed family medicine leader, serving at Wright State University and the Dayton VA Medical Center. She discusses how AI is transforming clinical workflows and reducing burdens in primary care. Grewal highlights innovative community programs like street medicine and 'Food is Medicine' initiatives. She emphasizes the importance of supporting underserved populations and shares her vision for integrating whole-person care into medical education. Her insights on the future of chronic care and virtual clinics further inspire optimism in shaping healthcare.
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Systems Thinking From A Global Training
- Harminder Grewal's international and multi-specialty training shaped her systems-thinking approach to healthcare.
- She draws on experiences in India, the UK and the U.S. to design adaptable, community-focused care models.
Transforming Care At Syracuse VA
- At Syracuse VA, Grewal expanded her toolbox beyond traditional medicine by earning integrative medicine certification and securing grant funding.
- That work turned Syracuse VA into a whole health design site with coaches, partners and wellness offerings.
Academic-Health System Alignment At Scale
- A close alignment between Wright State and Premier Health creates scale for education, research and community health.
- The affiliation enables more clinicians, expanded care access and new federal funding opportunities.