2022 Specialty Day All-Access Pass-Session V: Diversity and Inclusion

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Video Summary

The video features a panel discussion on diversity and inclusion in the field of orthopedic surgery. The panelists include Dr. Don Buford, Dr. Leah Brown, Dr. Mara Shanker, Dr. Rick Papandrea, Dr. Betsy Watson, Dr. Ariana Janakis, and Dr. Linda Suleiman. Each panelist shares their personal experiences and challenges related to diversity and inclusion in their respective careers. Dr. Buford discusses how he had to overcome biases related to socioeconomics when providing care to patients. Dr. Brown talks about imposter syndrome and the importance of normalizing the discussion around it. Dr. Shanker highlights the concept of micro-positivity and the impact of micro-aggressions. Dr. Papandrea discusses the discrimination faced by Asian Americans in the field. Dr. Watson shares her experience with sexual harassment and the need for a shift in the culture of institutions. Dr. Janakis discusses the founding of Speak Up Ortho, an organization that provides a platform for people to share their experiences and advocate for change. Dr. Suleiman shares her experience of being discriminated against as a minority surgeon. The panelists emphasize the importance of education, advocacy, and creating a supportive and inclusive environment in the field of orthopedics.

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Moderators: Don A. Buford, M.D., FAANA, Jo A. Hannafin, M.D., Ph.D.
Speakers: Julie Samora, M.D.; Leah C. Brown. M.D.; Mara L. Schenker, M.D.; Volker Musahl, M.D.; MaCalus V. Hogan. M.D.; Mark H. Getelman, M.D., FAANA; Sonya Sloan. M.D.; Elizabeth M. Watson, M.D.; Richard K.N. Ryu, M.D.; Linda Suleiman, M.D.; Arianna Gianakos, M.D.

Keywords

diversity

inclusion

orthopedic surgery

panel discussion

personal experiences

challenges

biases

socioeconomics

imposter syndrome