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Kimberly Varnado1, Shannon Richardson, Andrea Kessler
1Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, College of Saint Mary, 7000 Mercy Road, Omaha, NE 68106, USA. kvarnado@csm.edu.
Journal of Allied Health
|December 6, 2022
Summary
Healthcare education must adopt culturally responsive practices to address persistent inequities. Implementing place-based programs, holistic admissions, and inclusive pedagogy will train diverse providers for equitable patient care.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Education
- Health Equity
- Cultural Responsiveness
Background:
- Persistent health disparities demand systemic changes in healthcare.
- The Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommended research integration, cross-cultural education, and workforce diversification in 2002 to reduce inequities.
- Limited progress has been made in addressing these recommendations over the past two decades.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the critical role of cultural responsiveness in healthcare education.
- To propose actionable strategies for reducing health inequities through educational reform.
Main Methods:
- Review of Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommendations from 2002.
- Analysis of the impact of cultural responsiveness on healthcare education.
- Proposal of three calls to action: place-based community engagement, holistic admissions, and culturally responsive pedagogy.
Main Results:
- Cultural responsiveness is key to diversifying the healthcare workforce and educational experiences.
- Flexible, asset-based approaches in education dismantle traditional paradigms.
- Creative engagement fosters authentic self-expression among learners.
Conclusions:
- Implementing place-based community engagement programs is essential.
- Adopting holistic admissions processes can enhance diversity.
- Utilizing culturally responsive pedagogy will shape future healthcare providers committed to equitable care.
- Inclusive learning environments in health professions programs are vital for reducing healthcare inequities.
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