In this episode of the Mindful Practice Podcast, Dr. Bertina Hooks explores three powerful books that examine diversity, equity, and inclusion in medicine: The Medical Apartheid by Harriet A. Washington, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot, and Twice As Hard by Jasmine Brown.

Through these stories, the episode examines medical exploitation, patient autonomy, historical mistrust, systemic discrimination, representation, and the experiences of Black women physicians. More importantly, it explores how healthcare professionals can move from understanding history to taking meaningful action.

What You’ll Discover:

• How historical medical harm continues to shape trust between patients and healthcare systems.
• Why informed consent must in ...