In this powerful episode of Danforth Dialogues, Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice, President and CEO of Morehouse School of Medicine, sits down with U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra. As the first Latino to hold this distinguished office, Secretary Becerra shares his inspiring personal journey—from his working-class upbringing to becoming a key leader in the fight for health equity in America. Listeners will learn about his pivotal role in expanding health access for underserved communities, tackling health disparities, and his dedication to equitable health care through policy and leadership. Tune in to hear his thoughts on the values of hard work, advocacy, and servant leadership, as well as the personal experiences that shaped his path to public service.

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Morehouse School of Medicine:msm.edu
HHS Office of the Secretary: hhs.gov
Valerie Montgomery Rice X:@MSMPres
Xavier Becerra’s X: @SecBecerra

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In this powerful episode of Danforth Dialogues, Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice, President and CEO of Morehouse School of Medicine, sits down with U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra. As the first Latino to hold this distinguished office, Secretary Becerra shares his inspiring personal journey—from his working-class upbringing to becoming a key leader in the fight for health equity in America. Listeners will learn about his pivotal role in expanding health access for underserved communities, tackling health disparities, and his dedication to equitable health care through policy and leadership. Tune in to hear his thoughts on the values of hard work, advocacy, and servant leadership, as well as the personal experiences that shaped his path to public service.
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<li aria-level="1">HHS Office of the Secretary: <a href="https://www.hhs.gov/">hhs.gov</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Valerie Montgomery Rice X: <a href="https://x.com/MSMPres">@MSMPres</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Xavier Becerra’s X:<a href="https://twitter.com/SecBecerra"> @SecBecerra</a></li>
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COVID-19 turned life upside down for all of humanity literally leaving no one untouched or unimpacted. At the onset of the pandemic, Morehouse School of Medicine President and CEO, Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice, and her leadership team recognized that the health crisis would be the ultimate teaching opportunity for MSM’s students and staff. The school returned to on-campus instruction early in the pandemic because as future healthcare professionals, they felt the students should model behavior that will prepare them to be on the frontlines of any future public health crisis. Morehouse School of Medicine implemented rigorous testing and contract tracing programs which, over the course of the pandemic, kept the school’s positivity rate under 1 percent until the emergence of the omicron variant. The school also launched a community vaccination program and hosted a “Civil Rights Leaders” vaccination event to inspire Black Americans to get the shots.

Given its unique role as a public health resource focused on underserved and minority communities, Morehouse School of Medicine has garnered some valuable leadership insights over the past two years in the battle to stem the impact of COVID-19. Coupled with her own extensive experience as a medical professional, public health expert, and academic executive, Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice wants to share these lessons learned with both the school’s students and the wider educational and business community in hopes they might offer help to others.

COVID-19 turned life upside down for all of humanity literally leaving no one untouched or unimpacted. At the onset of the pandemic, Morehouse School of Medicine President and CEO, Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice, and her leadership team recognized that the health crisis would be the ultimate teaching opportunity for MSM&rsquo;s students and staff. The school returned to on-campus instruction early in the pandemic because as future healthcare professionals, they felt the students should model behavior that will prepare them to be on the frontlines of any future public health crisis. Morehouse School of Medicine implemented rigorous testing and contract tracing programs which, over the course of the pandemic, kept the school&rsquo;s positivity rate under 1 percent until the emergence of the omicron variant. The school also launched a community vaccination program and hosted a &ldquo;Civil Rights Leaders&rdquo; vaccination event to inspire Black Americans to get the shots.
Given its unique role as a public health resource focused on underserved and minority communities, Morehouse School of Medicine has garnered some valuable leadership insights over the past two years in the battle to stem the impact of COVID-19. Coupled with her own extensive experience as a medical professional, public health expert, and academic executive, Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice wants to share these lessons learned with both the school&rsquo;s students and the wider educational and business community in hopes they might offer help to others.

Leadership Lessons From The Frontlines Of The Pandemic

Danforth Dialogues with Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, FACOG

Danforth Dialogues with  Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, FACOG

background to championing health equity and servant leadership in this inspiring conversation with Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice.

Breaking Barriers: HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on Health Equity and Leadership

Join us for a special episode of Danforth Dialogues as we reflect on an extraordinary year of transformative leadership under the visionary guidance of Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice. Hosted by Dr. Creshema Murray, Vice President and Chief of Staff at Morehouse School of Medicine, this 2024 Year in Review takes listeners on a journey through some of the most powerful conversations from Season Two.

This episode highlights critical lessons in equity, representation, collaboration, and leadership from remarkable guests such as Carole B. Tomé, CEO of UPS; Xavier Becerra, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services; Joy Ann Reid, political analyst and host of The ReidOut; and many more. From fostering diversity in corporate boardrooms to addressing social determinants of health and meeting communities where they are, these conversations offer profound insights that will inspire leaders in every field. Tune in for a reflective journey that celebrates progress, challenges us to do more, and sets the stage for the future of leadership.

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Join us for a special episode of&nbsp;Danforth Dialogues as we reflect on an extraordinary year of transformative leadership under the visionary guidance of Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice. Hosted by Dr. Creshema Murray, Vice President and Chief of Staff at Morehouse School of Medicine, this 2024 Year in Review takes listeners on a journey through some of the most powerful conversations from Season Two.
This episode highlights critical lessons in equity, representation, collaboration, and leadership from remarkable guests such as Carole B. Tom&eacute;, CEO of UPS; Xavier Becerra, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services; Joy Ann Reid, political analyst and host of The ReidOut; and many more. From fostering diversity in corporate boardrooms to addressing social determinants of health and meeting communities where they are, these conversations offer profound insights that will inspire leaders in every field. Tune in for a reflective journey that celebrates progress, challenges us to do more, and sets the stage for the future of leadership.
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A compelling 2025 Year in Review with Dr. Creshema Murray, highlighting transformative leadership, equity, and collaboration through inspiring conversations with trailblazers from diverse fields.

2024 Year In Review: Top Leadership Lessons and Advancing Equity with Dr. Creshema Murray

On today’s episode of Danforth Dialogues, Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice sits down with Dr. David Skorton, President and CEO of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).

Dr. Skorton assumed leadership of the AAMC in 2019, where he introduced a comprehensive strategic planning process aimed at addressing major challenges in healthcare and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic medicine. Prior to this role, Dr. Skorton served as the 13th Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, overseeing 19 museums, 21 libraries, the National Zoo, and various research centers. He also served as president of two major universities: Cornell University and the University of Iowa.

In this episode, Dr. Skorton reflects on his journey from growing up in Milwaukee to becoming a leader in medicine and education. You'll learn how his immigrant parents shaped his education and career path, emphasizing their influence on his resilience and drive for success. You'll also hear about his unique combination of interests in medicine, engineering, and the arts, including his love of jazz and his experience as a saxophone player.

Dr. Skorton delves into lessons learned from clinical medicine that have profoundly informed his leadership style, particularly the importance of humility and listening. He provides insights into the critical role of diversity and inclusion in advancing healthcare outcomes and highlights the AAMC’s mission to prepare a healthcare workforce that reflects the communities it serves.

Join us for this inspiring conversation on the intersection of medicine, leadership, and the humanities.

On today’s episode of Danforth Dialogues, Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice sits down with Dr. David Skorton, President and CEO of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).
Dr. Skorton assumed leadership of the AAMC in 2019, where he introduced a comprehensive strategic planning process aimed at addressing major challenges in healthcare and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic medicine. Prior to this role, Dr. Skorton served as the 13th Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, overseeing 19 museums, 21 libraries, the National Zoo, and various research centers. He also served as president of two major universities: Cornell University and the University of Iowa.
In this episode, Dr. Skorton reflects on his journey from growing up in Milwaukee to becoming a leader in medicine and education. You'll learn how his immigrant parents shaped his education and career path, emphasizing their influence on his resilience and drive for success. You'll also hear about his unique combination of interests in medicine, engineering, and the arts, including his love of jazz and his experience as a saxophone player.
Dr. Skorton delves into lessons learned from clinical medicine that have profoundly informed his leadership style, particularly the importance of humility and listening. He provides insights into the critical role of diversity and inclusion in advancing healthcare outcomes and highlights the AAMC’s mission to prepare a healthcare workforce that reflects the communities it serves.
Join us for this inspiring conversation on the intersection of medicine, leadership, and the humanities.

Advancing Academic Medicine and Leadership Development with Dr. David Skorton

In this powerful episode of Danforth Dialogues, Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice, President and CEO of Morehouse School of Medicine, sits down with Carol B. Tomé, CEO of UPS. As the first woman and outsider to lead UPS in its 117-year history, Carol shares her journey from a small-town upbringing in Wyoming to becoming one of the most influential leaders in corporate America. Listeners will gain insight into Carol’s leadership philosophy, her commitment to diversity and inclusion, and the value she places on resilience and collaboration. Tune in to hear how she is shaping the future of UPS while staying grounded in purpose and values.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE
Morehouse School of Medicine: msm.edu
More about Carol Tomé: https://about.ups.com/us/en/our-company/leadership/carol-b-tome.html

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In this powerful episode of Danforth Dialogues, Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice, President and CEO of Morehouse School of Medicine, sits down with Carol B. Tomé, CEO of UPS. As the first woman and outsider to lead UPS in its 117-year history, Carol shares her journey from a small-town upbringing in Wyoming to becoming one of the most influential leaders in corporate America. Listeners will gain insight into Carol’s leadership philosophy, her commitment to diversity and inclusion, and the value she places on resilience and collaboration. Tune in to hear how she is shaping the future of UPS while staying grounded in purpose and values.
RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE
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<li>Morehouse School of Medicine: <a href="https://www.msm.edu">msm.edu</a></li>
<li>More about Carol Tomé: <a href="https://about.ups.com/us/en/our-company/leadership/carol-b-tome.html">https://about.ups.com/us/en/our-company/leadership/carol-b-tome.html</a></li>
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Carol B. Tomé, CEO of UPS, shares her leadership journey and insights on resilience, diversity, and delivering what matters in this inspiring episode of Danforth Dialogues.

Breaking Barriers: HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on Health Equity and Leadership

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