Demetria M.

Dr. Demetria McNeal, Ph.D., MBA, is a prominent health communication scientist dedicated to promoting equitable healthcare access for all, particularly in minoritized communities. As an Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and Associate Director of Health Equity, she focuses on tackling health disparities through her expertise in dissemination and implementation science. Dr. McNeal engages in rigorous research that spans health communication and cardiovascular disease disparities, implementing patient-centered approaches to foster better health outcomes.

Her consultancy work, a key facet of her mission, aims to disrupt systemic inequities in healthcare delivery. She offers workshops, presentations, and educational consultations to raise awareness about the challenges in healthcare communication and to inspire change across institutions. With numerous peer-reviewed publications and experiences shared in various podcasts, Dr. McNeal actively contributes to the discourse on healthcare innovation. Through her efforts, she envisions a healthcare landscape where every individual receives fair, transparent, and accessible health information, enabling their journey to the best health self.