Healthcare Equity Month

2023 University of Michigan Healthcare Equity Month

o This month is intended to raise awareness and showcase Michigan Medicine and the University of Michigan’s initiatives (i.e., clinical, research, and community engagement) while encouraging action around systemic healthcare inequities experienced by historically marginalized and underrepresented groups.

o There will be kick-off of events/activities the week of March 20 to launch this inaugural event.



Ableism in Healthcare and the Need for Advocacy

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Virtual
Livestream Available (Visible After Registration)
Carrie Pilarski and Kristen Schuyten

Educational presentation with research and case examples utilized to recognize where accommodations and advocacy efforts are needed at the individual and system level.

Presenters aim to unpack the historical underpinnings of ableism in the healthcare setting from early conceptualizations of disability to the healthcare approaches and barriers resulting in health disparities experienced by individuals with disabilities in obtaining their care. A call to action for advocacy efforts will be made for healthcare providers. 

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