AUPN Session: Fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Today’s Neurology Residency Selection
Time: 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Description
This course is designed to empower residency directors with the knowledge and skills needed to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment within neurology residency programs.Participants will delve into the principles and practices of DEI as they apply to the selection of neurology residents. We will explore strategies to ensure a fair and inclusive application process, examine bias in selection criteria, and discuss the significance of a diverse neurology workforce in providing equitable healthcare. Through case studies, discussions, and expert insights, participants will gain valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities related to DEI in neurology residency selection.
Objectives
Discuss the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in Neurology Residency.
Identify and Mitigate Unconscious Bias in Residency Selection.
Implement Inclusive Practices in Neurology Residency Selection.
Speakers
Incorporating Holistic Review in Residency Recruitment
DescriptionThe presentation will review how the adult neurology residency program incorporated holistic review for the last 2 years. I will discuss the challenges and outcomes in the match over last the two recruitment cycles. We will compare the national data with our program data.
Integrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Neurology Residency Selection
DescriptionWill review why closing the diversity gap is critical to ensure equity in medical education and health care quality. There are numerous foundational and aspirational strategies used by GME programs to address and improve DEI in their local environments. These efforts include how to grow the pool of diverse applicants, improve the residency application and interview process, and improve inclusion during residency. These strategies will be reviewed, including how GME programs can utilize various efforts on the resident experience and retention of residents as faculty.
SpeakersIntegrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Neurology Residency Selection
DescriptionReview the SCOTUS ruling related to college admissions, how the ruling is being interpreted, the direct effect on programs' ERAS review of applicants, and begin a discussion of responses consistent with the law.