Beyond the Clinic: Investing in Your Community
Dr. Jessica Gray, a family medicine physician, shares her journey into family medicine, the importance of women's health, and the challenges of misinformation in healthcare. They discuss the concept of 'predatory medicine' and the impact of social media on health decisions. Dr. Gray shares her passion for community service, detailing her involvement with various nonprofit organizations and the importance of giving back. The conversation also touches on how to integrate work, life, and volunteerism, emphasizing the need for alignment with personal values and mission.
Takeaways
Women's health education is crucial for addressing unique health issues.
Community service is a vital aspect of being a physician.
Engaging in nonprofit work can enhance a physician's practice.
Physicians can play a key role in community health initiatives.
Women in medicine should pursue opportunities that resonate with their mission.
Learn more about Jessica Gray, MD, FAAFP
Dr. Jessica Gray is a board-certified Family Medicine physician with a focus on women’s and adolescent health. She serves as the clinic medical director at UMC Southwest Family Medicine Clinic, supervising five advanced practice providers, and is the Team Physician for the Texas Tech University Women’s Basketball Team.
Dr. Gray holds multiple leadership roles, including on the boards of Lubbock Children’s Health Clinic and the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women’s Health, and is Mission Impact Chair for March of Dimes’ West Texas Market. She’s passionate about preventive care, health education, and empowering women in healthcare decisions.
As a Clinical Assistant Professor at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, she mentors students and residents, contributes to research, and co-hosts The Med Edit Podcast, covering key issues in medicine and healthcare.
