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5 Quick Questions With: Sheldon Malcom, DO

https://www.providencechc.org/about/team/medical-staff/family-medicine

 

1. What is your role in the RI healthcare community?

Family Physician at Providence Community Health Centers

 

2. What do you love about your job?

The care I provide to my patients; helping my patients live well and long.

 

3. What is the biggest challenge that you face when providing care to your patient population?

The hurdles of social determinants of health.

 

4. What are some healthcare barriers that your non-English speaking patients face?

Lack of translation services in specialty clinics.

 

5. If you could make one change to the RI healthcare system, what would it be?

Design a system that supports primary care.