In this episode of The Bridge, host Paris Barnes sits down with Bernard and Denise Coley—patient advocates, community builders, and leaders in health equity—for a powerful conversation on advocacy, storytelling, and justice inhealthcare. Together, they unpack what it means to be under‑engaged, why patient‑led solutions matter, and howbuilding culturally responsive community spaces can transform outcomes for Black communities affected by Parkinson’s disease. Insightful, personal, and inspiring, this episode centers on the voices that must be heard to create real change.

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In this episode of The Bridge Podcast, host Paris Barnessits down with Patrick Gee—a graduate and contributor to the PATIENTS Professors Academy, a passionate advocate within the PATIENTS Program, and a dedicated member of the program’s steering committee. Patrick shares his inspiringjourney of personal growth, justice-driven advocacy, and the deep community engagement that continues to shape his work and impact.

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In this episode of the Bridge, Your Health, Your Voice, host Paris Barnes is joined by Delayna Watkins, founder of the Women’s Wellness Lounge, and Brittany Harris, Senior Community Engagement Specialist for the PATIENTS Program. Together, they explore what it means to build trust with communities, create safe and culturally responsive spaces for women’s health, and ensure research is truly community-centered. This conversation highlights the power of listening, relationship-building, and co-creating impact when community voices lead the way.

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