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Discover how functional medicine is transforming healthcare through health equity, community, and prevention. James Maskell interviews Gail C. Christopher, DN, IFM Board Chair of The Institute for Functional Medicine, and Executive Director of the National Collaborative for Health Equity about root-cause medicine, AI, group visits, social connection, longevity, and the future of whole-person healthcare.
- About the Guest
Gail C. Christopher, DN, IFM Board Chair of The Institute for Functional Medicine, and Executive Director of the National Collaborative for Health Equity, is a nationally recognized leader in health equity, public policy, and community well-being. Throughout her career, she has worked across clinical practice, philanthropy, and government to advance equitable access to healthcare and improve the social conditions that shape health. As a former Senior Advisor and Vice President at the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, she directed major initiatives focused on maternal and child health, nutrition, and community wellness. Her work continues to champion functional medicine as a pathway toward whole-person care, prevention, and healthier communities.
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Youtube: youtube.com/FunctionalForum
Discover how functional medicine is transforming healthcare through health equity, community, and prevention. James Maskell interviews Gail C. Christopher, DN, IFM Board Chair of The Institute for Functional Medicine, and Executive Director of the National Collaborative for Health Equity about root-cause medicine, AI, group visits, social connection, longevity, and the future of whole-person healthcare.
- About the Guest
Gail C. Christopher, DN, IFM Board Chair of The Institute for Functional Medicine, and Executive Director of the National Collaborative for Health Equity, is a nationally recognized leader in health equity, public policy, and community well-being. Throughout her career, she has worked across clinical practice, philanthropy, and government to advance equitable access to healthcare and improve the social conditions that shape health. As a former Senior Advisor and Vice President at the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, she directed major initiatives focused on maternal and child health, nutrition, and community wellness. Her work continues to champion functional medicine as a pathway toward whole-person care, prevention, and healthier communities.
- Social Handles / Connect with Me:
Website: jamesmaskell.com
X: https://x.com/mrjamesmaskell
Instagram: instagram.com/mrjamesmaskell
Facebook: facebook.com/jamesedwardmaskell
Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/jamesmaskell
Youtube: youtube.com/FunctionalForum
