Dr. Sandro Galea joined the Social Equity Action Lab for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of public health and how emerging leaders can drive meaningful change. Galea — founding dean of Washington University's new School of Public Health, physician, epidemiologist, and editor-in-chief of JAMA Health Forum — shared his philosophy of "radical incrementalism," the importance of compassion over empathy, and why good research can take decades to find its moment. He looked ahead to the defining challenges of aging populations, climate change, and mental health, emphasizing that lasting progress depends on mentorship, collaboration, and staying anchored to an ambitious long-term vision.
A Conversation with Dr. Sandro Galea – Dean of WashU School of Public Health