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Monica J Mitchell1, Carley Riley2, Lori E Crosby3
1Division of Behavioral Medicine, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, 3333 Burnet Avenue, MLC 7039, Cincinnati, OH 45229, USA; Department of Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH, USA; Community Relations, Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, USA.
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Pediatricians and other pediatric health providers collaborate with families and communities, including schools, health departments, and other partners to advance pediatric health challenges and health equity. This article will discuss best practices and guiding principles to support engagement and effective partnership with families and communities. Models for engaging families and communities while promoting health equity will also be discussed. Case studies and examples will be shared, as well as how they may be applied by pediatric health providers to promote child health.
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