In this episode, we’re joined by Ashley Krivohlavek, a proud member of the Cherokee Nation hailing from Oklahoma. Ashley's health journey started with a diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis, sparking her to become a passionate advocate.

We discuss the health care obstacles faced by indigenous communities and the importance of shared decision-making and cultural sensitivity in health care. Join us for this insightful discussion.

Among the highlights in this episode:

01:48: Ashley discusses the importance of emotional support and disease education, and highlights the unique health challenges, particularly access to care in indigenous communities

02:59: Angel and Ashley talk about the cultural stigma in indigenous communities that hinders health care access and the need for open dialogue

04:45: Ashley shares her personal experiences with psoriatic arthritis, access to health care, and challenges faced by indigenous people in accessing quality health care

07:27: Ashley emphasizes the need for cultural sensitivity in health care and shares her experiences with health care providers

14:46: Ashley provides advice for health care providers working with indigenous patients, stressing the importance of partnership, education, and cultural understanding

16:57: Ashley states her primary wish for her community's health and support

For more information, you can read our article: ‘Health Disparities and Hope: Navigating Indigenous Health Care Across Generations’

Contact Our Host

Angel Tapia, Senior Manager of Hispanic Outreach: atapia@ghlf.org

A podcast episode produced by Ben Blanc, Manager of Programs & Special Projects at GHLF.

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