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Staying the Course: Dr. Tony Awojoodu on Kidney Health, Purpose, and Preventive Action

National Minority Quality Forum Episode 9

In this impactful episode of FYH News, **Dr. Tony Awojoodu—2025 40 Under 40 honoree and leader at DaVita—**shares a deeply personal and practical perspective on kidney health, equity, and living with purpose.

Dr. Awojoodu explains why kidney disease disproportionately affects communities of color and unpacks the systemic barriers that delay prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Drawing from his work serving patients with end-stage renal disease, he highlights the urgent need for earlier screening, community awareness, and proactive care.

Beyond medicine, Dr. Awojoodu speaks to purpose-driven leadership and the power of time management—not just for productivity, but for protecting your health. From managing chronic conditions to prioritizing prevention, he makes the case that how we structure our time can literally save lives.

Whether you're an advocate, caregiver, healthcare professional, or community leader, this conversation will leave you informed, motivated, and ready to act.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why kidney disease disproportionately impacts communities of color
 • The systemic barriers that affect prevention and treatment
 • The importance of early screening and proactive health management
 • How purpose-driven living strengthens health outcomes
 • Why time management is a public health strategy

This episode challenges us to normalize conversations about wellness, prevention, and community strength—and to turn awareness into action.

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