On This Episode Of The Public Health Epidemiology Conversations (PHEC) Podcast
In this engaging conversation, Dr. Huntley and Dr. Bryan O. Buckley explore the intersections of public health, personal experiences, and community engagement. Dr. Buckley shares his unexpected journey into public health, the profound impact of fatherhood on his perspective, and the importance of building community connections. They discuss the challenges and responsibilities of public health professionals, the concept of 'good trouble,' and the significance of resilience in their work. The conversation also touches on Dr. Buckley's interactions with Dr. Fauci and the lessons learned from influential figures in public health.
Meet Dr. Bryan O. Buckley
Dr. Bryan O. Buckley is the Head of Public Health at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, where he leads CareFirst’s strategy for advancing and achieving better health outcomes for the people and communities in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and the Northern Virginia regions. Additionally, Dr. Buckley serves as an Assistant Professor at the Georgetown University. In this role, he teaches, coaches, supports, and supervises graduate students within the School of Medicine and School of Health. He is also a Board Member of the American Public Health Association, Creating Healthier Communities, the American Heart Association of the Greater Washington, DC Region, and Food & Friends.
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Conversation Highlights
Dr. Buckley entered public health by chance, not design.
Fatherhood has reshaped Dr. Buckley's approach to work and life.
Building community is essential for public health success.
Resilience is crucial in navigating public health challenges.
Good trouble is necessary for societal progress.
Public health requires collaboration across various sectors.
Each individual has a unique role in public health.
Self-care is vital for public health professionals.
Engagement with the community enhances public health outcomes.
Learning from past experiences is key to future growth.
"This is not just a time for a moment, for a day, or a week, or a month—it’s the moment of a lifetime. We really have to create, cause some good trouble, some necessary trouble." – Dr. Bryan O. Buckley
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