Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Sanford E. Roberts, Ariel Nehemiah, Paris D. Butler, Kyla Terhune, Cary B. Aarons
Summary: This article provides a framework for effective mentorship of residents underrepresented in medicine, emphasizing the importance of mentorship in medical education and the unique considerations required for mentoring these residents.
JOURNAL OF SURGICAL EDUCATION
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Ian T. McNeill, Alejandro Carrasquilla, Zerubabbel K. Asfaw, Ernest J. Barthelemy, Alyson Mehr, Kenya D. Townsend, Alexander Joseph, Joshua B. Bederson, Gary C. Butts, Isabelle M. Germano
Summary: A report by the Association of American Medical Colleges showed a decline in the number of Black men entering medical school, prompting the establishment of the DR. MMEN program in 2007. The program aims to provide early exposure, mentorship, and inspiration to high school-age Black and Latinx men. This study evaluates the impact of the DR. MMEN program on the race and ethnicity trends among medical school matriculants.
JOURNAL OF NEUROSURGERY
(2023)
Editorial Material
Urology & Nephrology
Hiren V. Patel, Nathan M. Shaw, Benjamin N. Breyer
Summary: Effective mentorship is crucial for the development of trainees and faculty in urology, with a focus on creating long-lasting mentorship relationships, enhancing faculty mentorship, and promoting diversity and equity in the field. Innovative strategies are necessary to address challenges and opportunities and enhance the impact of mentorship.
NATURE REVIEWS UROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Patricia Timothee, Dontre' M. Douse, Thomas J. O'Byrne, Jessica M. O'Neill, Linda X. Yin, Jenny J. Casper, Janalee K. Stokken, Semirra L. Bayan, Kathryn M. Van Abel
Summary: The study aimed to assess the perspectives of underrepresented in medicine (URiM) undergraduate students in relation to the valuable program features that influence their decision-making, and to provide assistance to otolaryngology programs in establishing pathway programs. The results showed that mentorship support, clinical shadowing experience, and research opportunities were the most important features when selecting a summer research program (SRP). Moreover, consistent university promotion and adequate financial support were also highly valued by URiM undergraduate students.
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Kimberly J. Edwards, Eman Akam, Jenny N. Ijoma, Kyeara N. Mack, Patricia M. R. Pereira, Savita Dhanvantari, Hang T. Ta, Xiaowei Wang, Karen Alt, Kelly E. Henry
Summary: Mentorship is crucial for success in STEM careers, but underrepresented minority trainees often face barriers in finding quality mentors. Mentors should provide personalized and inclusive guidance to facilitate effective socialization for minority trainees.
MOLECULAR IMAGING AND BIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Julie K. Silver
Summary: This article discusses the significance of mentorship and sponsorship for women in academic medicine, emphasizing the importance of flexible and expanded definitions. It also highlights both the benefits and potential risks associated with sponsorship. Furthermore, the article provides six actionable strategies that can be incorporated into a comprehensive mentoring model to better support women in the field of medicine.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
I. D. Gauthier, A. D. Khatchikian, T. Hodgdon, R. Verma
Summary: This study characterized formal mentorship programmes in Canadian radiology residency programmes, evaluated residents' perspectives on formal mentorship, and identified ways to optimize mentorship during radiology training. The survey showed that 75% of residency programmes had formal mentorship programmes, with varied structures. Lack of funding and lack of time were perceived as the main barriers to maintaining mentorship relationships.
CLINICAL RADIOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Surgery
Daunia Verdi, Linda Ferrari, Giulia Capelli, Valentina Mari, Sara Parini, Giovanna Tacconi, Antonella Chessa, Gabriella De Santi, Isabella Frigerio, Marina Kurian, Gaya Spolverato
Summary: The history of women in surgery has been challenging, but there have been significant advancements in the past few decades. The presence of women in medicine increased during the 19th century, and pioneer women surgeons in the 20th century paved the way for greater involvement of women in surgical specialties. In the last 20 years, awareness of barriers limiting women's progression in surgical careers has led to the establishment of women's surgical societies to share experiences and find solutions to common issues.
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Regina A. Jacob, Paul N. Williams, Alia Chisty
Summary: Effective mentorship is crucial for career satisfaction and advancement, but many junior faculty lack adequate mentorship. Peer networks have been recognized as important and can serve as a supplement to the dyadic mentorship model.
Article
Orthopedics
Amiethab A. Aiyer, Kush S. Mody, Aseel G. Dib, Jonathan R. Kaplan, Matthew A. Varacallo, Dawn M. LaPorte, William N. Levine
Summary: Mentorship in medical education is essential, but its availability and quality vary significantly across institutions, leading to notable inequities, especially for students interested in competitive specialties.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEONS
(2021)
Article
Anesthesiology
Michele L. Sumler, Michelle Capdeville, Jennie Ngai, Daniel Cormican, Daryl Oakes
Summary: This paper is the first in a series that addresses current barriers to diversity in adult cardiothoracic anesthesiology and proposes actionable programs for change. It focuses on training experiences and professional experiences of women and underrepresented minorities in the field, offering concrete interventions to foster a more equitable and inclusive environment. The authors analyze challenges faced by each group and present meaningful actions for creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive professional atmosphere in cardiovascular and thoracic anesthesiology.
JOURNAL OF CARDIOTHORACIC AND VASCULAR ANESTHESIA
(2022)
Article
Emergency Medicine
Bianca Nfonoyim, Ashley Martin, Angela Ellison, Joseph L. Wright, Tiffani J. Johnson
Summary: This study sheds light on the unique challenges faced by underrepresented minority pediatric emergency medicine (PEM) physicians. The majority of participants were Black and female, and three main thematic categories were identified: challenges related to race, support systems, and strategies to improve diversity and inclusion. Participants faced microaggressions and were perceived as angry and intimidating, leading to added pressure and feelings of isolation. Resilience strategies, such as formal mentorship and peer support, were utilized to combat these stressors. Increasing diversity and creating inclusive work environments are crucial for URiM physician wellness and quality patient care in PEM.
ACADEMIC EMERGENCY MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Adam Thompson-Harvey, Marc Drake, Valerie A. Flanary
Summary: This study aimed to understand the perceptions of underrepresented students in medicine (URiM) towards Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (OHNS) and identify the factors that influence their application to the specialty. The findings revealed that race-concordant mentorship, involvement in research, and meaningful relationships with the OHNS department are important factors for URiMs pursuing OHNS residency.
Article
Education & Educational Research
Shahrzad Bazargan-Hejazi, Jose A. Negrete A. Manriquez, Monique McDermoth-Grimes, Elisabeth Alexandra Parra, Deborah Prothrow-Stith
Summary: This study explores the perceptions of underrepresented in medicine (URiM) students about the medical education curriculum and learning environment. It finds that social justice, trauma-informed, and community-based curricula have a significant impact on these students. The findings highlight the importance of integrating championship culture, community cultural wealth, and transformational education in providing a supportive and positive learning environment for URiM students.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Amtul S. Farheen, Ilena C. George, Divya Singhal, Regina M. Troxell, Jyoti Pillai, Logan Schneider, Catherine Lomen-Hoerth, Jennifer S. Graves, Stefano Sandrone, Christa O'Hana S. Nobleza
Summary: The article summarizes the literature on mentoring women, outlines ideal components of programs aimed at closing gender gaps, and presents a mentoring program for AAN members. Developing effective mentorship and sponsorship programs are crucial for ensuring a diverse pool of academic and private practitioners and establishing equal representation in leadership roles in the field.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Mark Greenhalgh, Hailee Kulich, Eline Blaauw, Rose Turner, Sara Peterson, Rory A. Cooper, Thomas Songer
Summary: This article reviews health outcomes of combat-injured service members after 9/11 and indicates that assistive technology can improve health states for those with mobility impairments. The study categorizes different domains and subdomains into six categories to determine overall HR-QoL, and suggests that further research is needed in this area.
Review
Clinical Neurology
P. Daniel Patterson, Mary K. Liszka, Quentin S. Mcilvaine, Lily Nong, Matthew D. Weaver, Rose L. Turner, Thomas E. Platt, Samantha E. Opitz, Francis X. Guyette, Christian Martin-Gill, Leonard S. Weiss, Daniel J. Buysse, Clifton W. Callaway
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review of experimental research to investigate the impact of nap duration during night shifts on fatigue mitigation, health, safety, and performance. The findings showed mixed results on the effects of brief, moderate, and long duration naps, with all seven studies exhibiting serious risk of bias and low quality of evidence. It suggests that decisions regarding nap duration during night shifts should consider post-nap time and outcomes.
SLEEP MEDICINE REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Amber E. Johnson, Mehret Birru Talabi, Eliana Bonifacino, Alison J. Culyba, Esa M. Davis, Paula K. Davis, Laura M. De Castro, Utibe R. Essien, Alda Maria Gonzaga, MaCalus Hogan, Alaina J. James, Charles R. Jonassaint, Naudia L. Jonassaint, Loreta Matheo, Melonie A. Nance, G. Sarah Napoe, Oladipupo Olafiranye, Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, Tomar N. Pierson-Brown, A. J. Conrad Smith, Tomeka L. Suber, Orquidia Torres, Rickquel Tripp, Eloho Ufomata, J. Deanna Wilson, Jeannette E. South-Paul
Summary: Race-based disparities in cardiovascular disease care are pervasive in the United States, with African American/Black, Hispanic/Latinx, and Native/Indigenous American individuals at increased risk and less likely to receive high-quality medical care. Diversity among healthcare providers is associated with better quality of care, and racial diversity among academic teams and research scientists is linked with research quality.
Review
Gerontology
Alexandra E. Harper, Stephanie Rouch, Natalie E. Leland, Rose L. Turner, William E. Mansbach, Claire E. Day, Lauren Terhorst
Summary: A systematic review was conducted to assess self-report tools measuring the perspective of family caregivers of nursing home residents with dementia, revealing gaps in tools measuring specific domains important to stakeholders. Future research should focus on developing psychometrically sound tools aligned with the multidomain caregiver perspective.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED GERONTOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Neurosciences
Sivashankar Sivakanthan, Jorge L. Candiotti, Andrea S. Sundaram, Jonathan A. Duvall, James Joseph Gunnery Sergeant, Rosemarie Cooper, Shantanu Satpute, Rose L. Turner, Rory A. Cooper
Summary: This article introduces a taxonomy and readiness model for robotic wheelchairs, and analyzes the slow progress of innovations in this field in translating into the marketplace.
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Rachelle Brick, Rose Turner, Catherine Bender, Madilyn Douglas, Rachel Eilers, Robert Ferguson, Natalie Leland, Kathleen D. Lyons, Pamela Toto, Elizabeth Skidmore
Summary: Cancer-related disability is a complex problem for older breast cancer survivors, with limited understanding of how interventions influence activity limitations and participation restrictions. Current research suggests that exercise and behavioral strategies can be effective nonpharmacological interventions. However, the study samples are not representative of the actual population, and future research should focus on clarifying and comprehensively measuring intervention measures.
JOURNAL OF GERIATRIC ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Otorhinolaryngology
Amanda S. Mahoney, Molly O'Donnell, James L. Coyle, Rose Turner, Katherine E. White, Stacey A. Skoretz
Summary: The aim of this study was to review the literature on infant feeding and swallowing interventions and identify areas for further research. The researchers found that while the body of research in this area has grown, there is still a need for studies focused on infants with various medical complexities and interventions that lack supporting evidence.
Review
Sport Sciences
Aaron M. Sinnott, Kellen T. Krajewski, Alice D. LaGoy, Meaghan E. Beckner, Felix Proessl, Maria C. Canino, Bradley C. Nindl, Rose L. Turner, Mita T. Lovalekar, Chris Connaboy, Shawn D. Flanagan
Summary: Lower extremity musculoskeletal injuries (LEMSIs) pose a significant burden on tactical and first responder populations. A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials from 1955 to 2020 was conducted to determine the effectiveness of LEMSI prevention strategies. The results indicate weak evidence to support current LEMSI prevention strategies.
JOURNAL OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Christopher G. Bise, Zachary Cupler, Sean Mathers, Rose Turner, Meenakshi Sundaram, Maria Beatriz Catelani, Sarah Dahler, Adam Popchak, Michael Schneider
COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES IN CLINICAL PRACTICE
(2023)
Review
Rehabilitation
James E. Eubanks, Cristiane Carlesso, Meenakshi Sundaram, Geronimo Bejarano, Rob J. E. M. Smeets, Richard Skolasky, Maria Vanushkina, Rose Turner, Michael J. Schneider
Summary: This study aimed to identify and describe the interventions used in preoperative programs for spine surgery. The findings suggest that prehabilitation programs are feasible and have the potential to improve physical and psychological outcomes for patients undergoing spine surgery. More studies are needed to determine optimal patient characteristics and intervention strategies.
Meeting Abstract
Rehabilitation
Tara C. Klinedinst, Jennie Dorris, Rose Turner, Carrie Ciro, Juleen Rodakowski
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
(2023)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Janel Hanmer, Amy M. Cizik, Bernice G. Gulek, Polly McCracken, Elizabeth C. S. Swart, Rose Turner, Suzanne M. Kinsky
Summary: This scoping review examined the use of health-related quality of life patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) by US health insurers. The review found a wide range of articles across different insurance providers, health conditions, and uses of PROMs. However, there is a lack of data in pediatric populations and limited information on the use of data collected within health care settings that is transmitted to health insurers.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF MANAGED CARE
(2022)
Review
Gerontology
Alexandra E. Harper, Lauren Terhorst, Marybeth Moscirella, Rose L. Turner, Catherine Piersol, Natalie E. Leland
Summary: A total of 114 articles were reviewed, identifying nine key themes related to caregivers' perspectives of nursing home care for residents with dementia, including communication, transition to nursing home, quality of care, quality of life, informal caregiver role, knowledge of dementia, end-of-life preferences, medication use, and finances. Communication issues were the most frequently discussed, highlighting the need for improvement in this area. Researchers may view these themes separately, but caregivers perceive them to be interconnected in relation to person-centered care delivery.
DEMENTIA-INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SOCIAL RESEARCH AND PRACTICE
(2021)
