Global Health Strategies & Mental Health Solutions
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Join us on the Legacy Leaders Show for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Bernard Toney, Jr., a distinguished U.S. Diplomat, Public Health Professional, and 21-year U.S. Army Combat Veteran. Dr. Toney brings a wealth of experience from his remarkable career, including his tenure as a White House Medical Officer, where he safeguarded the health of the nation's top leaders.
This episode reveals Dr. Toney's extensive public health, primary care, and preventive medicine background, highlighting his global health engagements across Asia, the Middle East, and the Indo-Pacific. Dr. Toney shares his insights on the critical issues of mental health and suicide prevention among military personnel and healthcare workers, offering innovative solutions and preventive measures.
Learn about Dr. Toney's crucial efforts in destigmatizing mental health care, advocating for early intervention, and ensuring effective access to mental health services for everyone in need. His work is instrumental in creating supportive environments and comprehensive mental health programs, informed by his global perspective and strategic decision-making skills.
Dr. Toney's accolades, including the Presidential Service Badge, Tillman Scholar recognition, and induction into The Delta Omega Honorary Society in Public Health, underscore his dedication to improving health outcomes worldwide. As a Senior Advisor for the Master of Public Health Program and adjunct professor of Global Health at the University of Lynchburg, Dr. Toney continues to inspire and educate the next generation of public health professionals.
Tune in for a powerful and inspiring episode that addresses some of the most pressing public health challenges of our time, with a focus on mental health, destigmatization, and access to care.
Buckle Up, Champions!
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