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International Medical Graduate representation in Collegiate and Academic leadership in medicine has been scientifically proven to increase positive clinical outcomes, not just in culturally diverse cohorts and patient populations, but overall improvement across all demographics. Yes! IMG doctors like Dr. Ruaa Elteriefi MD FACP who are Program Directors and/or leadership positions in residency programs are quite literally changing the face of American Healthcare and bridging care gaps on a daily basis. Personally, this is one of my biggest inspirations to continue fighting the good fight of #HealthEquity through #Diversity. Several theories arise referencing cultural competency, accurate communication for patients with language challenges, and diversity of therapeutic modalities tailored with greater precision and personalization as potential avenues and strengths that are fueling these initiatives with proven results. The integration of internationally-trained physicians and scientists represents a one-of-a-kind opportunity to bridge care gaps among every single member that composes a part of our society. IMGs = More Americans have access to care = Black and Brown America's health and community needs are taken care of with objectively measured better outcomes. What are your thoughts?

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Today, I was invited for an interview by my residency program to share insights on my experience thus far as a resident doctor. I was asked to “Describe a particularly memorable or impactful experience you've had during your time in the residency program?” My response: Becoming a new mom during my residency has been a life-changing experience that has not only shaped me as a person but also as a resident physician. Balancing the demands of motherhood with the rigors of residency has taught me invaluable lessons in time management, prioritization, and resilience. I have been fortunate to have a supportive program and colleagues who have encouraged me to embrace this new chapter in my life, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to model for my child the values of hard work, dedication, and compassion that define our profession." My advice to prospective applicants considering the Brown Internal Medicine residency program? 1. Be prepared to be challenged and supported in equal measure. 2. ⁠ Cultivate a growth mindset, and don't be afraid to ask questions or seek help when needed. 3. ⁠ Prioritize self-care and wellness, and lean on your colleagues and mentors for support.

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4.5 years ago, I took a leap of faith and started my journey at Premera. It had been 12 years since I had been in the corporate world, as I focused on raising my amazing kids and being actively involved in my community. But when my youngest started kindergarten, I decided to test the waters with a 6-month contract. If I didn't enjoy it, I knew I could always walk away. I still remember my first phone interview with Paul Hollie at Premera. Something about that conversation made me realize that I either wanted to work with him or not go back to work at all. Luckily, after a series of interviews, I was offered the position of Social Impact and Rural Healthcare Support Specialist. To be honest, I had no idea what "Rural Healthcare" meant at the time. But I was passionate about community involvement and eager to dive into this new challenge. As I learned more, I discovered the unique healthcare needs of rural areas in Washington and Alaska. It became my mission to make a difference in these underserved communities. Now, after 4.5 years and more than $100M in grants, I find myself reflecting on the incredible programs I have had the privilege to partner with. From collaborative care models, rural nursing programs, and small equipment grants in rural and remote areas, to youth mental health programs, substance use disorders, and focusing on the intersection of behavioral health and homelessness, we are watching the results come in. Stories like this are the reason I love what I do. The work isn’t done yet; in fact, there’s still a long way to go to provide equitable access to healthcare to everyone in the community, and I’m so grateful to be part of the impact. #Premera #SocialImpact #RuralHealthcare #MakingADifference

Emily Hollis MBE MUniv FCCT Lee Elliot-Major OBE Penny Rabiger Rosemary Campbell-Stephens (We/Us) Dr Karamat Iqbal Graham Smith FRSA An interesting post looking at representation in healthcare. Speaking in the context of a micro sample that I know directly, having observed and witnessed over 20 years is parts of the British Asian diaspora - specifically the Pakistani/Kashmiri community particularly in the north of England. What I suggest below "doesn't make it right." Re: structural change for social mobility but it's the agency they have shown to enable progress into this profession and sector. Depending how working class is defined by what threshold of income, many from the British Pakistani Kashmiri community are low income but perhaps not low enough to be on the Free Schools Meal. Many of their parents - fathers who may work in takeaways or driving taxis, second generation. Mothere may not work depending if they are first or second generation. The parents then put a significant emphasis on their children's education with additional tuition and networking within the community so applications are checked and if any relevant work experience can be arranged. Then the fortunate few "make it" and get into medical school. Roll forward 10 years, the children (fourth generation to the UK) of these doctors (third generation to the UK) will more than likely attend a private school and the gentrification of theprofessionals in this community is very real as was the case for the Irish and Jewish communities many decades ago. The individual households move away to form an affluent suburb in the cities and large towns and a new "middle-class Asian" identity is formed. The challenge remains that whilst this is social mobility but it doesn't address the challenge of structural discrimination and the barriers that exist for the significant underrepresentation by race, ethnicity and thus socio-economic class as the post below from The Sutton Trust points out. So the % of doctors is significantly higher of lower income families and also higher from those who originally came from a working class community say 1 or 2 generations ago (which could be as little as 40/45 years given the earlier parenthood trends of some disapora communities).

Why does the grass seem so green outside of careers in medicine? Ever wonder why you feel behind your non-medical friends? We took that time to learn and apprentice in 1 or more specialties and sub-specialties. We have traded that time for skill, experience, and future earning potential. Our peers in other business fields, however, have used that time to push themselves through the rat race to find their place in it. They've had the time to try it on for size. Most physicians get out of training and 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙜𝙚𝙩. They assume their usual place based on their title, not on their aspirations. 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 sets in and the scarcity mindset drives each of us down a path that has been repeated for generations, by thousands before us. Begin again! No matter where you are in your career - about to start or 20 years deep - take stock of how fortunate you have been and realize that you get to choose what comes next. This applies to every field, but for some reason in medicine, people find themselves more often than not on a very narrow path. Choose your own adventure in this life while you can! --- Whenever you're ready, here's how I can help: Let's talk through what choosing your own path through medicine looks like: https://tonyvullo.com/

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