A New Season: What Health Care Needs Now

What does health care truly need now, and who is already showing us the way forward? The newest season of Turn On The Lights centers on one defining question: What does health care need now? Host Philip McAdoo speaks with experts and changemakers about workforce well-being, public health, HIV prevention, aging, technology, AI, cybersecurity, patient advocacy, and health equity. Rather than focusing solely on problems, each conversation highlights practical strategies, innovative thinking, and the leaders driving meaningful improvement across the health care system. Together, these stories reinforce that better care begins with trust, safety, dignity, and a willingness to listen. If you're passionate about improving health care through leadership, innovation, equity, and human-centered care, this season offers inspiring conversations you won't want to miss. **About Dr. Philip McAdoo:** Dr. Philip McAdoo is a highly accomplished individual with an impressive background. He boasts a degree in communications studies from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, an MA in transformative leadership from The California Institute of Integral Studies, and a Doctor of Education from The University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education.  Dr. McAdoo is a staunch LGBTQ activist who fearlessly fights homophobia. In collaboration with Rep. John Lewis, he has introduced legislation to Congress that streamlines the process for same-sex couples to adopt children from foster care. As an openly gay educator, Dr. McAdoo specializes in character development, diversity, and inclusion. He has authored articles on these topics and has led numerous workshops and professional development sessions on LGBTQ advocacy.  Additionally, Dr. McAdoo is a published author with three books under his belt: Every Child Deserves, Darius Wants a Dog, and Independent Queers: LGBTQ Educators in Independent Schools Speak Out. He is also the Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Philip McAdoo Diversity and Inclusion Consulting, LLC. Currently based in Maryland with his partner, Sean, his son, Zaden, and their dogs, Bart-ley and Dobby, Dr. McAdoo exudes confidence and an unwavering commitment to his work. **Things You’ll Learn:** - Health care improvement starts with supporting the workforce caring for patients every day. - Equity requires addressing the communities that continue to be left behind. - Public health lessons from HIV remain highly relevant today. - Person-centered care should be designed around what matters most to patients. - Technology should strengthen trust, not simply automate processes. - AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation require strong leadership and governance. - Patient advocacy remains essential for reducing disparities. - Meaningful improvement begins by listening to patients, caregivers, and communities. **Resources:** - Connect with and follow Dr. Philip McAdoo on LinkedIn and visit his website! - Follow the Institute for Healthcare Improvement on LinkedIn and explore their website! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices