This conversation is focused on healthy aging, especially the importance of vaccination.

Moderator

Harry S. Strothers III, MD, MMM
Professor and Chair, Department of Family Medicine
Mercer University School of Medicine, Chief Family Health Center Atrium Health Navient

Harry S. Strothers III, MD, MMM, CAQ-G FAAFP became Chairman and Professor of the Department of Family Medicine at Mercer University School of Medicine and Chief of Family of Atrium Health Navient Health Family Medicine in March 2016. Dr. Strothers received his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1982 and stayed for residency training in Family Medicine. He is board certified in Family Medicine and has a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Geriatrics.

Dr. Strothers also earned a Masters in Medical Management (MMM) from the Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine and American College of Physician Executives in 2000. Dr. Strothers started practice at a rural National Health Service Corps site in South Carolina.

Panelists

Dr. Iyabode (Yabo) Beysolow, MD, MPH
YB Consultants, LLC.

Dr. Beysolow, founder and owner of YB Consultants, LLC, is a respected public health professional with extensive experience and expertise in the area of immunizations: recommendations, implementation and delivery, strategic communications; a public speaker with a reputation for a clear, engaging, and informative communication style; and a highly skilled physician leader with extensive clinical, management, strategic planning, and collaboration-building experience. Dr. Beysolow is a board-certified pediatrician with over 20 years of experience in private practice and urgent care settings and ownership and management of a pediatric practice.

Dr. Beysolow currently serves on the Boards of various national organizations, including the Quality Improvement Education Advisory Group of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the National Minority Quality Forum’s (NMQF – SHC) Advisory Board.

Laura Lee Hall, Ph.D.
President, Center for Sustainable Health Care Quality and Equity
National Minority Quality Forum

Dr. Laura Lee Hall brings 20 years plus of executive experience leading health advocacy, research, education, and quality improvement efforts. Dr. Hall founded the Center for Sustainable Health Care Quality and Equity (SHC) in 2016 as part of the National Minority Quality Forum to help translate data, geomaps, and educational efforts into improved health in underserved communities, through provider and community education and practice improvement. SHC has launched national initiatives in flu and COVID vaccination, diabetes, heart failure, and cancer screenings, working with FQHCs, other clinics, pharmacists, churches, and other community leaders.

Fredie Spry
Certified Community Health Worker, HAIR Wellness Warrior
Owner of The Shop Spa

Fred Spry is a distinguished master barber and the proud proprietor of The Shop Spa, situated in Hyattsville, Maryland. With a passion for both grooming and community well-being, Fred engages his clientele in essential conversations regarding preventive healthcare. As a Certified Community Health Worker and a founding member of Health Advocates In-Reach and Research (HAIR), he tirelessly champions education and awareness to better serve both his clients and the wider community.

Regina Robinson, RN, BSN, MSN, MEd

Obtained Bachelor of Science in Nursing from University of Cincinnati & Master of Science in Nursing & Education from Xavier University, Cincinnati, Ohio. She retired from Cincinnati Veteran Affairs Medical Center, 2014, after 25 years of service to veterans. She is a member of the Ohio Nurses Association & Sigma Theta Tau & stays abreast of current trends in nursing. She is a member of Legacy Pointe Church & active with the leadership team, coordinator of the health & wellness ministry, & a representative for Legacy Pointe with the National Minority Quality Health Forum.