Episode 196: Melanin and Medicine w/ Dr. Uwemedimo

For this week’s episode, Tyrell and Daphne welcome Dr. Omolara Thomas Uwemedimo, a board-certified pediatrician, social impact entrepreneur, and the founder and CEO of Melanin & Medicine. During the conversation they discuss her experience as and journey to becoming a pediatrician (37:20) as well as how she moved beyond self-sacrifice and toward self-preservation as a medical professional (43:30). Next, they discuss her goals as an advocate (47:50) and her motivation for building Melanin & Medicine (53:15), a multi-six-figure company that offers support to BIPOC women physicians interested in shifting careers. They close the episode by having a conversation about ways to develop purpose-led businesses (57:36) as well as the joys and challenges of full-time social entrepreneurship (1:01:55). 

Other Topics Include: 

00:30 – Check in with Tyrell and Daphne 

07:57 – BhD “Oh Lawd” News 

32:45 – Introduction of the Topic

36:00 – Learn More About Dr. Omolara Thomas Uwemedimo

1:13:15 – Tyrell and Daphne Reflect on the Interview 

Resources:

• BhD Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/bhdpodcast 
• Melanin and Medicine – https://omolaramd.com 
• Twitter – @melaninmedco 
• Instagram – @melaninmedicineco