What’s the price of hate when talented people move out: Meet Dr Jake Kleinmahon
Table of Contents
Introduction
The Impact of Anti-LGBTQ Legislation in 2023
Dr. Jake Kleinmahon: A Profile
Advancing Pediatric Cardiology
Advocating for Healthcare Equity
Awards, Recognition, and Advocacy
Personal Life and Achievements
Introduction
Join us in discussing the consequences of anti-LGBTQ legislation in 2023 and its impact on the Southern United States. Amber LeMay sits down with Dr. Jake Kleinmahon to shed light on the cost of this hate and the measures taken by his family to address the issue.
The Impact of Anti-LGBTQ Legislation in 2023
In 2023, lawmakers in 46 states introduced over 650 anti-LGBTQ bills, sparking concerns about the consequences of such legislation. Dr. Jake Kleinmahon offers insights into the effects of this legislation on the LGBTQ community and the South as a whole.
Dr. Jake Kleinmahon: A Profile
Dr. Jake Kleinmahon, a Pediatric Cardiologist and Director of Heart Transplant, has a remarkable background in healthcare and advocacy. Raised in Westchester, NY, he pursued his undergraduate degree at Colgate University and later earned his MD, completing his residency in Pediatrics at Tulane University. His journey continued with subspecialty training in Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Heart Transplant, Heart Failure, and Ventricular Assist Devices at Children's Hospital Colorado.
Advancing Pediatric Cardiology
Dr. Kleinmahon's contributions to Pediatric Cardiology have been significant. He joined the faculty at Ochsner Hospital for Children in 2018 and took on roles as the medical director of Ochsner's pediatric heart transplant, heart failure, and ventricular assist device programs. His expertise extends to caring for infants and children with pulmonary hypertension, and he runs a dedicated clinic for such patients.
Advocating for Healthcare Equity
Dr. Kleinmahon's advocacy efforts are not limited to his medical practice. He actively participates in organizations like the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation and the Pediatric Heart Transplant Society. He focuses on addressing healthcare disparities among different racial groups in pediatric heart transplant recipients and leads research initiatives such as the Pediatric Heart Transplant Study and the Advanced Cardiac Therapies Improving Outcomes Network (ACTION) at Ochsner.
Awards, Recognition, and Advocacy
Throughout his career, Dr. Kleinmahon has received accolades, including the Colorado Chapter of the Pediatric Congenital Heart Association's Doctor of the Year award in 2017. He is also a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. Beyond his medical work, he has been involved in initiatives like the It Gets Better Project and serves on the Board of Directors of Covenant House New Orleans. Notably, he was recognized as New Orleans Gay Man of the Year in 2022.
Personal Life and Achievements
In his personal life, Dr. Kleinmahon is married to his husband Tom, and they have two children, Isabel and Connor.
Dr. Jake Kleinmahon's multifaceted contributions to pediatric cardiology, advocacy, and LGBTQ+ rights exemplify the positive impact individuals can have in their communities and beyond. His dedication to healthcare equity and social progress serves as an inspiration to all.
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