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    • Racial inequalities are deeply ingrained in American society and medical systems.
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    • To advocate for increased evidence-based research on the effects and implications of affirmative action in medicine.
    • To propose strategies for enhancing diversity within medical residency programs.

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    • Literature review and synthesis of existing research on affirmative action and racial disparities in medicine.
    • Analysis of current recruitment and mentorship practices in residency programs.

    Main Results:

    • Current understanding of affirmative action's impact in medicine is insufficient.
    • There is a clear need for structured approaches to recruit and support underrepresented medical students.

    Conclusions:

    • Further investigation into affirmative action is crucial for addressing embedded racial inequalities in healthcare.
    • Residency programs must proactively implement recruitment and mentorship initiatives to foster a more diverse medical workforce.