Nadine Burke Harris

Nadine Burke Harris is a renowned pediatrician, author, and public health advocate known for her groundbreaking work in understanding and addressing childhood adversity and its lifelong effects on health. As the author of "The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Adversity," she has shed light on the science of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and advocated for systemic changes in healthcare to address these issues. Serving as California's first Surgeon General, Dr. Burke Harris has pioneered efforts to integrate trauma-informed care and policies at both the state and national levels, aiming to create healthier futures for children and communities.