In this episode of The Bridge Podcast, host Paris Barnes welcomes Dr. Claudio Baquet—physician scientist with decades of experience in health research, Together, they explore the critical role of informed consent in medical and health research, tracing its historical roots and ethical importance. Listeners will gain insight into why informed consent is more than a procedural step—it’s a cornerstone of respect, justice, and beneficence in medical research. This episode is both eye-opening and deeply relevant, highlighting why trust, transparency, and ethics remain central to advancing health equity today.

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We’re thrilled to share a very special episode of our podcast! Host Paris Barnes introduces our Going National Initiative partners—remarkable leaders and organizations who share our vision of community-driven health:

• Trevor and Seantae Sandal, founders of the Sandal Blue Foundation• Delayna Watkins, powerhouse behind the Women’s Wellness Lounge• Anna and Jordan Rathkopf, dedicated advocates and storytellers• Brian Gutierrez, champion for health equity in underserved communities• Sharon Rivera Sanchez, founder of Trials of Color, amplifying underrepresented voices in clinical research

Each of these leaders brings unique expertise, deep community connection, and a shared commitment to co-creating better health outcomes for all.This initiative is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors — Bayer, AstraZeneca, and Novo Nordisk.
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In this episode, meet a long-time partner of the PATIENTS Program, Daniel Frye. He is a leading advocate and policy expert for the blind and disabled communities. With decades of experience, Daniel has dedicated his life to giving voice to those who are often left out of public discourse and policy decisions. As The PATIENTS Program expands its national reach to engage the disability community better, Dan joins us to challenge stereotypes, demystify misconceptions about blindness and disability, and share powerful insights on engaging people with disabilities.

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