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Striving for equitable healthcare and constraining costs through self-care | Community Voices

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Randy Eccles
Published January 17, 2023 at 11:44 AM CST
Derek Robinson' s book cover
Derek Robinson' s book cover

Dr. Derek Robinson of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois joins Community Voices to discuss the post-pandemic state of healthcare.

Dr. Robinson has authored a book on his own journey to becoming a doctor, Improbable MD: From the Bayou to the Boardroom.
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Randy Eccles
Randy Eccles enjoys talking with community members and joining them in becoming informed citizenry. Please reach out at randy.eccles@nprillinois.org.
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