Diversity in Medicine
Feature
Physician fired after slurs, including ‘cannibalism,’ against Israel
A rights group is joining with law firms to represent Fidaa Wishah, MD, claiming “wrongful termination.”
From the Journals
Diversity of pediatric residents, fellows continues to lag
Researchers found that the proportion of underrepresented groups as trainees in pediatric residencies remained stagnant between 2007 and 2019.
Conference Coverage
Intervention opens access to care for minority youths with type 1 diabetes
Program adds support for children with diabetes and their families who are struggling because of lack of resources or marginalization in the...
Feature
New AMA president discusses pandemic during inaugural address
Dr. Gerald E. Harmon also addressed the AMA’s plan to advance health equity.
Latest News
AMA acknowledges medical education racism of past, vows better future
The Council on Medical Education’s report recommends that the AMA acknowledge the harm caused by the Flexner Report, which was issued in 1910 and...
Latest News
AMA announces major commitment to health equity
“Black men in medical school are an endangered species.”
Conference Coverage
SGIM annual meeting focuses on inclusivity
Sessions and workshops highlighted equity in education and practice.
From the Journals
Percentage of doctors who are Black barely changed in 120 years
A study also found a significant wage gap between Black and White physicians.
From the Journals
Asian children less likely to receive ADHD treatment
Even after an ADHD diagnosis, clinicians were more likely to diagnose Asian children with autism, the investigators reported.
Commentary
How physicians can provide better care to transgender patients
Those transgender patients who seek care often have unpleasant experiences.
Conference Coverage
Cardiovascular risks elevated in transgender youth
A multicenter study shows increased risk for some cardiovascular and metabolic outcomes. The causes are not well understood.