On the Pride edition of the ChilCast, we feature two very special guests in an exciting and sobering look at the ways in which LGBTQ+ people interact with (and are often failed by) the American healthcare system and the technology within it.

How can healthcare tech enable this marginalized population to receive better care and better outcomes? Where is the intersection of technology, access to care, and health equity? We dive into all this and more on this special edition episode.

Chilmark Research is proud to feature our two distinguished guests, both of whom bring robust backgrounds in LGBTQ+ healthcare and advocacy to the discussion:

Dr. Dustin Nowaskie is a queer, nonbinary psychiatrist who is making waves in the world of LGBTQ+ healthcare. With a deep personal identification and a strong civic commitment, they have dedicated their career to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals.

Alex Sheldon is a professional researcher, strategist, and advocate with over 15 years of experience in the field of human rights with a concentration in LGBTQ+ rights. Prior to joining GLMA, Alex was the Head of Research & Social Impact at an LGBTQ+ start-up company, where they specialized in economic inclusion for LGBTQ+ people.  Alex currently serves on the Board of Directors at the Equality Federation.

Resources from this episode:

OutCare Health:

OutCare Health (outcarehealth.org) is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting health equity for LGBTQ+ communities worldwide. OutCare's mission is to empower LGBTQ+ people with comprehensive information, resources, support, and education, including an affirming healthcare provider directory, mentorship, education, training, research, community building, support groups, webinar series, blogs, and much more. OutCare's vision is to create a world where every LGBTQ+ person has access to quality healthcare and feels empowered to live their healthiest, most authentic life.

OutCare’s OutList is the largest international directory of LGBTQ+ affirming providers. People looking for providers can access the directory at outcarehealth.org/outlist. Providers can join the directory at outcarehealth.org/add-provider-listing.

OutCare empowers patients and community members with affirming healthcare, resources, and support. Learn more at outcarehealth.org/patient-resources.

OutCare empowers providers with affirming education, training, and many more resources. Learn more at outcarehealth.org/provider-solutions.

GLMA:

GLMA is a national organization committed to ensuring health equity for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) communities and equality for LGBTQ+ health professionals in their work and learning environments.  To achieve this mission, GLMA utilizes the scientific expertise of its diverse multidisciplinary membership to inform and drive advocacy, education, and research.

GLMA's website: https://www.glma.org/
GLMA's press release about the lawsuit in TX to defend gender-affirming care: https://glma.org/news_manager.php?page=27415
Info on GLMA's Annual Conference on LGBTQ+ Health:
(ChilCast listeners receive a 30% discount with code 2023chilmark30)
https://www.glma.org/conference.php
Info on how to become a GLMA member: https://www.memberleap.com/members/newmem/new-mem-reg.php?org_id=GLMA