084 - Sustainable Healthcare: Tackling Climate Change Through Innovation with Dr. Reed Omary
The Sustainable Healthcare PodcastShow Notes
Join us in this episode with Dr. Reed Omary, professor of radiology and a sustainability advocate, shares his journey toward integrating environmental consciousness into healthcare.
We talk about how sustainability can drive innovation and improve efficiency as well as addressing challenges in healthcare systems, with practical insights for clinicians, administrators, and policymakers.
In this episode you can discover actionable steps to reduce waste, improve outcomes, and make a difference in the fight against climate change.
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