Danica Liberman

Dr. Ilene Claudius, a pediatric health expert, and Dr. Danica Liberman, who investigates food insecurity's impact on children's health, engage in a vital discussion about healthcare disparities in pediatric emergency medicine. They emphasize the roles of unconscious bias and structural challenges that affect patient outcomes. The importance of equity in clinical practices is highlighted, illustrating how standardized care can alleviate these disparities. Their insights underscore the urgent need for improvements in care for marginalized communities.

Renowned experts Dr. Ilene Claudius and Dr. Danica Liberman discuss food insecurity's impact on children's health. They explore social determinants of health in the ER, validated screeners like SEEK, and programs at CHLA and Nationwide Children's Hospital to address food insecurity. The podcast also covers a pilot study on social needs screening in pediatric emergency care.