Here is a link to an important seminar that explores the topic of social inequities and how it lends to patient outcomes. It’s brilliant and worth the 20 minutes:
Social Determinants of Health DisparitiesLinks to an external site. With Dr. Camara P. Jones, MD, MPH, PhD
Start at 11 min
End at 34 min
Some things to think about whether you watch the seminar or not… You may answer all or one question that sparks your interest. Or you may share something else.
Dr. Jones defines racism as “A system of structuring opportunity and assigning value based on the social interpretation of how we look”
Have you had an experience in which you have been the beneficiary or the victim of racism?
Dr. Jones explains that “Racism saps the strength of the whole society through the waste of human resources”
Can you give an example of this in terms of maternal/neonatal resources?
Dr. Jones asks “Why aren’t we as a nation so enamored about discussing social justice” and talks about how we all are in our own bubbles as one of the many reasons.
What do you think is your barrier and suggest one way to break your bubble for addressing & discussing social justice.
