Opening Session Panelists
Dr. Vincent Anthony
Dr. Vincent Anthony is board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology and has committed himself to enhancing the health and wellness of all people. Dr. Anthony is passionate about bringing a greater awareness to individuals on how critically important kidney function is to our overall health. Find out about a gene that people of color have that has a strong bearing on kidney health. Potential harm of Herbs in Kidney health and Just how much of a role does your Kidney play in overall health. Dr. Anthony also has expertise in Hypertension and Diabetes. Find out this and more at the KJLH Women’s Health Expo.
Dr. Lawrence Benjamin, MD Pulmonologist
Dr. Lawrence Benjamin is a Pulmonary & Critical Care physician and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at UCLA. If you have ever been unable to breathe, you know the importance of Lung Care. Covid, Fires and bad air quality are taking a toll on our lungs. What we eat, inactivity and habits that we can’t seem to break are putting us at risk of pulmonary problems like chronic cough, shortness of breath, asthma, COPD, and lung cancer. Find out how to improve your quality of Life and avoid serious health problems.
Dr. La Tanya Hines, MD OB/GYN
Women need to find answers to the changes going on inside their bodies during Perimenopause and Menopause. Lingering symptoms can go undiagnosed and no one pointed you to those unknown effects of menopause. The doctor will discuss how to get relief from Night sweats, mood swings, hot flashes, weight gain, hair loss and so much more.
Dr. Patrice Buckner Jackson, EdD
Educator and Executive Coach Dr. Patrice Buckner Jackson will discuss strategies for accomplishing purposeful work without burnout. She will enlighten participants on how to break free from the cycles of exhaustion and rediscover the joy and meaning in their personal and professional lives. She is the creator and host of the Disrupting Burnout podcast as well as the author of the Amazon best-seller, Disrupting Burnout: The professional woman’s LIFELINE to finding purpose.
Gwendolyn Manning
Gwendolyn Manning is a visionary leader in preventive health, with nearly 30 years of experience advancing community health equity. Her journey began with a deep commitment to transforming public health outcomes for underserved populations, particularly within the Black community. Since 2009, Gwendolyn has served as the Program Coordinator for Black Infant Health (BIH), a statewide initiative dedicated to improving birth outcomes and strengthening the resilience of Black birthing people.
Zuri A. Murrell, MD Colorectal Surgeon and Specialist
Zuri A. Murrell, M.D. is a leading Los Angeles Colorectal Surgeon & Specialist. Currently Dr. Murrell serves as the Medical Director of Outreach and Quality Integration for Cedars-Sinai’s Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute. Dr. Murrell specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a spectrum of colorectal functions, including hemorrhoids; colon cancer; rectal cancer; Crohn’s Disease; Colitis IBD Treatment; and Colonoscopies. If the colon is not working properly, the body can't absorb essential nutrients or rid itself of waste. Find out why your colon is important and how to avoid colon health issues.
Christina M. McAlpin, MD Otolaryngology (ENT)
Dr. Christina McAlpin is a distinguished physician and trailblazing leader with over 20 years of experience in medicine. Board certified in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery, she specializes in treating ear, nose, and throat conditions in both adults and children. You will hear about the health risks associated with not getting enough sleep. Sleep disorders can lead to auto accidents, high blood pressure, heart failure and stroke. Find out more about what health issues Sleep Apnea and snoring can lead to. Learn about Sinusitus, hearing loss and more.
Saundre Allen, LCSW
Saundre has over 13 years of professional counseling experience working in shelters, schools, and mental health clinics. She received a master’s degree in social work from Howard University with a focus on Black mental health and community healing. create safe and humanizing spaces for Black Women to begin their healing journey. She opened her private practice, Queens N' Therapy, which is specifically tailored to meet the mental health needs of Black Women. Hear her address top mental health concerns at the Expo for Mental Health Awareness month.
Dr. Bill Releford, Podiatrist
Dr. Bill Releford, D.P.M., known as “The Doctor and The Farmer,” is a visionary leader at the intersection of healthcare innovation, sustainability, and community empowerment. He is the owner of Bloom Ranch, the largest Black-owned ranch, 250-acres, in Los Angeles County. He has over 35 years of experience in diabetic limb preservation. Dr. Bill Releford has advanced healthcare solutions through The Releford Foot and Ankle Institute. Attendees will learn how he integrates agriculture with health, as Bloom Ranch and The Real FARMacy are redefining the intersection of food, wellness, and healing.