‘Dr. Lisa on the street’ busts health myths and empowers patients

Dr. Lisa Fitzpatrick believes offering medical explanations in clear, everyday language from trusted messengers can help shrink health disparities. Her video company, Grapevine Health, is built on that idea — and some health insurers are buying in.

She’s seen what happens when people don’t trust or understand their doctor. Dr. Lisa Fitzpatrick founded ‘Grapevine Health’ to get solid information out, especially to Black and Latinx patients.

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