Physician Leadership Journal
Gun Violence, Physician Leadership, and a Public Health Perspective with Dr. Megan Ranney
In this SoundPractice episode, host Mike Sacopulos talks with Megan Ranney, MD, dean of Yale School of Public Health, on the healthcare and public health impacts of gun violence in the U.S.
March/April 2025 Vol. 12, No. 2 pp. 39–43 DOI: 10.55834/plj.6882790063
Abstract
In this compelling episode of SoundPractice, host Mike Sacopulos engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Megan Ranney, MD, MPH, FACEP, dean of the Yale School of Public Health and a distinguished professor of emergency medicine. Ranney, a renowned expert on gun violence, delves into the intricate intersection of healthcare, public health, and gun violence in the United States. She shares her unique career journey from a Peace Corps volunteer to an emergency medicine physician and public health leader. The discussion highlights the profound individual and public health consequences of gun violence, emphasizing the necessity of a public health approach to this pervasive issue. This episode offers valuable insights and actionable strategies for physician leaders and healthcare professionals committed to addressing gun violence and improving public health outcomes.
