We are over one year into the COVID-19 pandemic and there are many speculations and concerns about how safe and effective the COVID-19 vaccines are. This fear is rightfully justified, given the ways in which Western medicine and research have abused communities of color. In this episode, we invite Dr. PaFoua Yang, an OBGYN by trade, from St. Paul, MN to discuss the COVID-19 vaccines. Understanding the current urgency of the pandemic, Dr. PaFoua Yang helps us debunk the myths that we have read and/or heard throughout our communities. Join us in this special episode as we explore ways to flip the narrative so that our families and communities understand the importance of getting vaccinated.
PRODUCTION NOTE:
We discuss the Johnson & Johnson vaccine during the recording of this episode in March 2021 as a possible vaccine to fight COVID-19. Note that on April 13, 2021, the FDA and CDC announced a pause in distribution of the J&J-manufactured vaccine. You can get more updates at their websites; and if you already received the J&J vaccine, and have questions, contact your provider!
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Dr. Yang graduated with her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She completed her residency training in family practice at St Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and her obstetrics and gynecology residency at the University of Minnesota. She is board certified in both Family Medicine and Obstetrics & Gynecology.
Dr. Yang has been providing comprehensive health services since 2000. She also travels internationally each year to provide medical care in third world countries. Prior to opening her own practice, Dr. Yang worked at Mayo Clinic Health systems and Allina Health. She specializes in minimally invasive surgical procedures such as laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Her clinical expertise includes infertility, fibroid, sexual dysfunction, and hormone replacement therapy.
Dr. Yang treats patients through all phases of life and cherish the special one-on-one relationship between patient and doctor.
Dr. Yang has four beautiful children. Active and energetic, she enjoys writing, traveling and listening to rock music. Her most memorable trip was walking and bonding with her daughters on the Camino de Santiago in Spain.
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