In this episode, Roi Shternin and Dr. Margret Jaeger delve into the critical role of medical anthropology in addressing contemporary healthcare challenges.

They explore the shortcomings of the modern healthcare system, including its lack of a holistic approach, overspecialization, and systemic failures.

The discussion advocates for greater cultural sensitivity, long-term strategic planning, and improved patient journeys. Tune in as they propose solutions such as integrating nurse practitioners and medical anthropologists into primary care, enhancing professional training, and establishing community health centers to bolster prevention and patient advocacy.

taken from keynote at the Digital Health Ljubljana conference, we address the invisible crisis at the heart of the healthcare system.

You are a reflective achiever, burdened by guilt for resting while navigating a health struggle or life transition. You are trapped between the person you were and the purposeful direction you can’t yet see.

This keynote offers the ultimate permission you need to heal while pursuing your purpose: by shifting your perspective.

Roi, The Human Advocate, challenges digital health leaders and listeners alike with one core question:

Are we truly building patient-centric care, or are we simply using it as a slogan?.

more at: roishternin.com

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Aileen Rice Jones, Head of Public Affairs within Mental Health at Boehringer Ingelheim.

This will be Aileen’s first time attending the Global Mental Health Community Summit! With deep expertise in corporate and public affairs, Aileen shares fresh insights into mental health innovation, policy, and advocacy—and how we can drive real-world change from high-level discussions.

In this episode, we explore key outcomes from the UN High-Level Meeting on NCDs and Mental Health, how to move from global recommendations to local, actionable impact, and why collaboration, equity, and patient-centered approaches matter more than ever!

Tune in to our third and final episode of the mini-series to hear all about action and change! This may be the last episode of the series, but it’s only the beginning of what we can achieve together