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Mentorship Panel for Women with Disabilities in Medicine (Please share with students/trainees)

  • 1.  Mentorship Panel for Women with Disabilities in Medicine (Please share with students/trainees)

    Posted 11-09-2023 06:41:00 PM

    Hello all,

    The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative and partners are thrilled to bring you a Mentoring Panel on Women With Disabilities In Medicine.

    December 5th 3:30-5:00 pm

    Please  Share with students and student groups. ASL and Captioning Provided.

    Registration: michmed.org/dJmRP

    While the literature suggests a sharp (115%) increase in students with disabilities entering medical education, the growth in the population of practicing physicians (2%) has not kept pace. One reason may be the lack of mentorship. Mentorship is a key part of a successful transition to a career in medicine, especially for women. On December 5th, The DocsWithDisabilities team in partnership with multiple disability organizations, brings you a Women with Disabilities in Medicine (WWDIM) panel. These practicing physicians will share their insight into navigating the training to work pathway, thriving as a doctor with disability, and balancing the multiple demands that often disproportionately impact women. All are invited. Captioning and ASL are available.



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    Lisa M. Meeks, PhD, MA
    Associate Professor
    Learning Health Sciences
    Family Medicine
    University of Michigan Medical School
    Executive Director, Docs With Disabilities Initiative
    Host, DocsWithDisabilities Podcast
    Website: https://www.docswithdisabilities.org
    Email: meeksli@med.umich.edu
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