Why Diversity, Inclusion, and Racism Matter for Otolaryngologists in 2021 (AMW) Session
2021 AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO Experience
2020 has illuminated many racial and social inequities in the United States. Otolaryngologists and the patients we serve are significantly impacted by these same racial and social dynamics. This panel of experts will discuss why race, diversity, and inclusion are important topics for Otolaryngologists in 2021. Specifically, the panel will explore: 1) How both Otolaryngology residency programs and private practice Otolaryngologists across the country can and already have responded to be more inclusive, open, and anti-racist. 2) How racism impacts outcomes for common Otolaryngology conditions. 3) How challenges faced by physicians of color and how to be strong allies for our colleagues of color.
Description
Learning Objective: 1. Explain what it means to be racist and anti-racist, and describe why workforce diversity matters for Otolaryngologists. 2. Recognize healthcare inequities faced by patients of color and discuss best practices to address these obstacles. 3. Implement anti-racist policies at your home workplace and become a strong advocate for your colleagues of color. Faculty: William McDade, MD, PhD(Nothing to Disclose), Carrie Francis, MD, FAAP(Nothing to Disclose), David Brown, MD(Nothing to Disclose), Rodney Taylor, MD, MSPH(Nothing to Disclose).