CME OnDemand: 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting-Symposium 8: Unequal treatments, Unequal Outcomes. What comes after "admitting there's a problem"? (DEI Forum)

Symposium 8: Unequal treatments, Unequal Outcomes. What comes after "admitting there's a problem"? (DEI Forum)

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The video features Gary Stewart, the chair of the AOFAS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, discussing the committee's work and initiatives. He mentions their partnership with Nth Dimensions, a pipeline program for underrepresented minorities and women in competitive fields like orthopedics. They have sponsored an Nth Dimension scholar and conducted bio skill sessions to expose students to foot and ankle procedures. Stewart also highlights their book club, podcasts, and the importance of filling out demographics for data collection. Jacqueline Nguyen, a lawyer and environmental activist, discusses her work in protecting the environment and indigenous rights. She co-founded Ginnu Collective and fought against oil pipelines. Nguyen also co-founded Not Your Mascots to combat negative stereotypes of Native Americans in sports. The Q&A session includes discussions on indigenous populations facing prejudices in healthcare, progress in eliminating offensive mascots, and the importance of diversity in sports medicine. Tara Houska, an indigenous activist, shares her experiences and discusses the need for truth and education. The video ends with closing remarks and an invitation to a reception. The video credits Stryker for supporting the AOFAS DEI initiative.

Keywords

Gary Stewart

AOFAS Diversity

Equity

Inclusion Committee

Nth Dimensions

underrepresented minorities

orthopedics

Jacqueline Nguyen

environmental activist

Ginnu Collective