TS Radio Network: Dialysis Advocates #7 with Arlene Mullin

Our guest is Deirdre D. Dickson- Gilbert is a phenomenal woman with a phenomenal story.

She was born and raised in Houston, Texas, the only daughter of Lovella “Hayes” Dickson. At an early age she was exposed to the arts and desired to emulate those who dominated center stage. Her mother was a key influence in her life, as a community activist she exposed Deirdre to the many facets of living a successful life as a public servant.

Deirdre debuted in her first stage play “What a Man What a Man,” produced, written and directed by acclaimed gospel artist Mona Moore. The first love of her life, her daughter Jocelyn, is the inspiration for her latest memoir, “Momma, Help Me Please.” It is a touching story recounting her 22-year fight for her daughter’s right to life. In honor of her deceased daughter, she has become an advocate for families with children who have C.H.A.R.G.E. Syndrome and those who have experienced medical negligence. She is the founder of the Jocelyn Dickson Foundation that supports and promotes scholarships for students who pursue a medical career as well as supporting children with disabilities. She is also the National Director for National Medical Malpractice Advocacy Association that she started in 2013. She was instrumental in getting the 1st proclamation in 2013 recognizing July as Medical Malpractice Month. Since then the organization has been given recognition from State of Missouri Governor Jeremiah W. Nixon, State of Colorado John Hickenlooper, and State of Georgia Nathan Deal. The organization has also received several congressional, state and local recognition. Deirdre also created the first PSA that aired on Harkins movie screens across the states September 2016, promoting and educating the public on “Preventable Medical Mistakes.”