[1] Finding the heart of equity work in medical education
Release Date: 09/22/2025
Equity on Life Support
Cet épisode de balado explore les thèmes clés de l’équité, de la diversité et de l’inclusion en pédagogie médicale, plus particulièrement en contexte québécois. Le Dr Saleem Razack et ses collègues discutent de l’importance de la responsabilité sociale dans la formation des professionnel·les de la santé en devenir, des projets visant à accroître la représentation des communautés sous-représentées et des défis permanents liés à l’atteinte d’une véritable inclusion dans la formation médicale. La conversation souligne la nécessité de modifier le...
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In this episode, Dr. Saleem Razack and his colleagues discuss the importance of creating brave spaces for critical conversations in medical education, particularly around health equity and institutional betrayal. They explore the emotional labor of healthcare workers, the political nature of advocacy, and the need for activism within public health and medical education. The conversation also touches on the concept of epistemic disobedience and the importance of recognizing and challenging oppressive structures in medical education. In this conversation, Dr. Saleem Razack and his guests...
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In this podcast episode, Saleem Razack, Dr. Lisa Richardson, and Dr. Natasha Johnson engage in a critical conversation about the intersections of anti-Indigenous and anti-Black racism within medical education. They explore the historical and ongoing impacts of colonialism and systemic inequities on healthcare access and quality for marginalized communities. The discussion emphasizes the importance of solidarity while respecting the specific struggles of different groups, and the need for transformative changes in medical education to address these issues. This conversation delves into the...
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In this episode of 'Equity on Life Support', Dr. Saleem Razack and Dr. Saroo Sharda delve into the evolution of health equity in medical education, discussing personal journeys, the importance of understanding self, the role of trauma in equity conversations, and the current pushback against equity concepts. They emphasize the need for courage in addressing health inequities and the significance of language in equity work. In this conversation, Saroo Sharda and Dr. Saleem Razack explore the complexities of equity work in medical education, emphasizing the importance of understanding personal...
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info_outlineIn this episode of 'Equity on Life Support', Dr. Saleem Razack and Dr. Saroo Sharda delve into the evolution of health equity in medical education, discussing personal journeys, the importance of understanding self, the role of trauma in equity conversations, and the current pushback against equity concepts. They emphasize the need for courage in addressing health inequities and the significance of language in equity work. In this conversation, Saroo Sharda and Dr. Saleem Razack explore the complexities of equity work in medical education, emphasizing the importance of understanding personal stories, navigating fear, and creating safe spaces for dialogue. They discuss the challenges of institutional equity work, the need for accountability without shame, and the significance of collective responsibility in fostering a more inclusive environment. The conversation highlights the necessity of confronting complicity and the importance of finding joy in the work of equity and inclusion.
Length of episode: 51:24
Resources mentioned:
Beyond the binary: reclaiming equity and inclusion in higher education by Saroo Shards & Clare Warner
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