Empowering Neurodiversity: Dr. Harold Reitman Discusses Health Equity

Join Dr. Craig Escude on this enlightening episode of “ID Health Matters,” where we delve into health, wellness, and health equity for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In today’s episode, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Harold Reitman, affectionately known as “Hackie,” joining us from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Dr. Reitman shares his inspiring journey from a young aspiring doctor in Jersey City to becoming a renowned orthopedic surgeon and an advocate for neurodiversity.

Listen as Hackie recounts his unique path through medical school, his unexpected venture into the world of boxing as a Golden Gloves champion, and his profound personal experiences that led him to work in the field of neurodiversity. Discover the origins and mission of DifferentBrains.org, a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering understanding and inclusion for people with neurological differences. Dr. Reitman’s story is not just about overcoming the odds; it’s a passionate call for empathy, understanding, and the celebration of individual strengths in a diverse world.