Episode 2: Economics of Equitable Medicine

Imagine A World

In this episode of the Imagine A World podcast from Knight-Hennessy Scholars, we explore the potential of improving access to high-quality medical and scientific technologies. Our guest, Maya Durvasula shares her personal journey from Albuquerque, New Mexico to Duke University. In addition to sharing her experience at Duke, which was precluded by a gap year in local New Mexico politics , Maya shares what led her to pursue a J.D. /Ph.D. joint degree between Stanford Law School and the Department of Economics, the power of mentorship, where she feels most optimistic about the future, and so much more.

Highlights from this episode:

• (4:12) Maya's upbringing and her journey to Stanford / Knight-Hennessy Scholars
• (13:16) What life as a J.D./Ph.D. is like
• (19:27) Maya's perspective on the focal points for improving access to medicine and where she finds optimism
• (28:14) Maya's testament to the power of mentorship, her hobbies, and how her priorities have changed over time
• (34:45) Maya's Improbable facts
• (37:49) Maya's advice to prospective Knight-Hennessy Scholars

Don't miss this captivating conversation that will ignite your own sense of exploration and self-discovery. Follow Knight Hennessy Scholars on social media (@KnightHennessy) and visit our website (kh.stanford.edu) to learn more about our fellowship program and our vibrant community.