Article
Nursing
Regina Cunningham, Rosemary C. Polomano, Robin M. Wood, Jaya Aysola
Summary: Despite evidence and policy recommendations, health inequities persist. Focus on semantics, understanding of health inequities, redesigning care, and transforming cultures are proposed to advance health equity work by health system nurses.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Joan A. Culpepper-Morgan, Alexandra Guillaume, Jeremy Louissaint, Renee Williams
Summary: The viewpoint discusses the members' routes into gastroenterology and hepatology, the promotion of inclusivity and equity in academia and medicine, and advice to Black students interested in a career in science or medicine.
NATURE REVIEWS GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Aileen Portugal, Alyssa K. Kosturakis, Ticara L. Onyewuenyi, Greysha Rivera-Cruz, Patricia T. Jimenez
Summary: Around 6.7 million women in the United States experience infertility, and infertility rates do not differ by race or ethnicity. However, Black and Hispanic patients have less access to infertility treatments, lower clinical pregnancy and live birth rates, and higher rates of spontaneous abortions compared to White patients. The American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) has recognized the need to address racial disparities in access and outcomes to reproductive care and has taken steps to improve the situation.
OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA
(2023)
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Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Kim G. Smolderen, Olamide Alabi, Tracie C. Collins, Bernard Dennis, Philip P. Goodney, Carlos Mena-Hurtado, John A. Spertus, Carole Decker
Summary: Research has shown the importance of integrating patient-reported outcomes (PROs) and measures into clinical practice for peripheral artery disease (PAD) care. This scientific statement provides a framework for using PRO measures as indicators of the quality of PAD care, and discusses the potential benefits and considerations for implementing them in clinical practice.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Rosevine A. Azap, Timiya S. Nolan, Darrell M. Gray, Kiwan Lawson, John Gregory, Quinn Capers, James B. Odei, Joshua J. Joseph
Summary: The study found that socioeconomic status is associated with cardiovascular health in Black men, but educational attainment and employment status have weaker associations with cardiovascular health.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Erica T. Warner, Nathalie Huguet, Michelle Fredericks, Daniel Gundersen, Andrea Nederveld, Meagan C. Brown, Thomas K. Houston, Kia L. Davis, Stephanie Mazzucca, Katharine A. Rendle, Karen M. Emmons
Summary: This study developed a data resource to assess the outer setting across seven center funded by the National Cancer Institute's IS Centers in Cancer Control (ISC3) Network program. The results showed that the outer setting varies across these centers and often differs from the national level.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Giselle Corbie, Kathleen Brandert, Cheryl C. Noble, Ellison Henry, Gaurav Dave, Rachel Berthiume, Melissa Green, Claudia S. P. Fernandez
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic and social justice movement in spring 2020 have highlighted the disparities in disease risk and outcomes. Healthcare organizations are now focusing on equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) issues more than ever before. This article evaluates the Clinical Scholars National Leadership Institute (CSNLI) and demonstrates its effectiveness in developing EDI skills among healthcare professionals to achieve health equity through organizational and system change.
JOURNAL OF GENERAL INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Elizabeth Mertz, Aubri Kottek, Miranda Werts, Margaret Langelier, Simona Surdu, Jean Moore
Summary: The study highlights health equity as a key driver for the adoption of dental therapy in the US, with strong community engagement and positive outcomes in practice. Dental therapists have been shown to provide safe, high-quality care, improve access to oral health care, and gain acceptance from patients.
Article
Nursing
Donna M. Nickitas, Kevin R. Emmons, Kupiri Ackerman-Barger
Summary: The purpose of this manuscript is to encourage nurses to engage in policy that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to advance health equity. It acknowledges the impact of structural racism and highlights the need for nurses to harness their power and political will to change and strengthen policies. The inclusion of a case study on the response to COVID-19 in an underserved community illustrates policy in action.
Review
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Nikki Lopez-Suarez, Peter Abraham, Madeline Carney, Arlin A. Castro, Anand K. Narayan, Marc Willis, Lucy B. Spalluto, Efren J. Flores
Summary: Despite advances in healthcare, health disparities still affect medically underserved populations. Radiologists have the opportunity to address these disparities and promote health equity. This article provides a practical knowledge toolkit for radiologists, focusing on four pillars (research, clinical care, education, and innovation), to advance health equity efforts and deliver personalized care that meets diverse patient needs.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF ROENTGENOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Joshua J. Joseph, Bjorn Kluwe, Justin B. Echouffo-Tcheugui, Songzhu Zhao, Guy Brock, David Kline, James B. Odei, Rita R. Kalyani, David P. Bradley, Willa A. Hsueh, Mario Sims, Sherita H. Golden
Summary: This study found that among Black adults, multiple measures of adiposity were associated with incident diabetes, with the leptin:adiponectin ratio and visceral adipose tissue showing the strongest associations. In individuals with normoglycemia, waist circumference, liver attenuation, and visceral adipose tissue may better identify those at high risk for diabetes, while HbA(1c) was found to be the best predictor in individuals with prediabetes.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Dan Xi, Ming Lei, Paul Liu, Ramesh Vemuri, Yihong Ye
Summary: The National Institutes of Health's Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Health Scientific Interest Group (NIH AANHPI-HSIG) provides a perspective on enhancing research on health and wellbeing for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander ethnic populations in order to promote racial equity among these communities.
CELL AND BIOSCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Kristen M. C. Malecki, Maria Nikodemova, Amy A. Schultz, Tamara J. LeCaire, Andrew J. Bersch, Lisa Cadmus-Bertram, Corinne D. Engelman, Erika Hagen, Laura McCulley, Mari Palta, Allison Rodriguez, Ajay K. Sethi, Matt C. Walsh, F. Javier Nieto, Paul E. Peppard
Summary: The Survey of the Health of Wisconsin (SHOW) has conducted multiple phases of surveys, involving thousands of adult and child participants. SHOW has collected a large amount of data on population health, covering research areas that examine the intersectionality of social determinants and health. The SHOW program serves as a crucial resource for future studies in public health monitoring, translational biomedical research, environmental health, aging, microbiome, and COVID-19 research.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Alyssa A. Schatz, Shonta Chambers, Gretchen C. Wartman, Lisa A. Lacasse, Crystal S. Denlinger, Kristen M. Hobbs, Lindsey Bandini, Robert W. Carlson, Robert A. Winn
Summary: The root causes of racial disparities in access to optimal cancer care and related cancer outcomes are complex and multifactorial, not rooted in biology. Implicit and explicit bias, lack of representation in the workforce, and homogeneous research participants contribute to these disparities. Systemic and structural barriers such as lack of insurance and underinsurance, high costs, and social determinants of health further exacerbate the issue. The Health Equity Report Card (HERC) was developed to address these issues and is set to be piloted in practice settings.
JOURNAL OF THE NATIONAL COMPREHENSIVE CANCER NETWORK
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ana A. Baumann, Rachel C. Shelton, Shiriki Kumanyika, Debra Haire-Joshu
Summary: This article aims to provide guiding principles and recommendations on how approaches from the field of dissemination and implementation (D&I) science can advance healthcare equity. Through a narrative review of the current and potential applications of D&I approaches, and discussions with Summit attendees, four guiding principles and three D&I science domains with strong promise for accelerating progress toward healthcare equity were identified. The article presents eight recommendations and more than 60 opportunities for action by practitioners, healthcare leaders, policy makers, and researchers.
HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
(2023)
Editorial Material
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Renee Williams, Pascale M. White, Sophie Balzora
CLINICAL GASTROENTEROLOGY AND HEPATOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Shailavi Jain, Jetrina Maque, Artin Galoosian, Antonia Osuna-Garcia, Folasade P. May
Summary: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a significant health issue that can be largely prevented through evidence-based screening strategies. The US Preventive Services Task Force recommends screening to start at age 45 and provides several recommended screening options. There are also emerging screening modalities for the detection of colorectal polyps and/or CRC. In order to improve screening uptake, informed decision-making and consideration of various factors are important in determining the most appropriate screening test. Health systems should also implement strategies to maximize screening participation.
CURRENT TREATMENT OPTIONS IN ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Editorial Material
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Folasade P. May, Sandra M. Quezada
Letter
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Timothy A. Zaki, Amit G. Singal, Folasade P. May, Caitlin C. Murphy
Editorial Material
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
David Lieberman, Uri Ladabaum, Joel Brill, Folasade P. May, Lawrence S. Kim, Caitlin Murphy, Richard Wender, Kathleen Teixeira
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Harman K. Rahal, James H. Tabibian, Rachel Issaka, Sandra Quezada, Darrell Gray, Sophie Balzora, Liu Yang, Jayraan Badiee, Folasade May
Summary: This study aimed to assess the perspectives of GI and hepatology professionals in the US on racial and ethnic workforce diversity and healthcare disparities, providing valuable insights for future interventions and improvements in health equity.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Harman K. Rahal, James H. Tabibian, Rachel B. Issaka, Sandra Quezada, Darrell M. Gray, Sophie Balzora, Liu Yang, Jayraan Badiee, Folasade P. May
Summary: This survey assessed the perspectives of GI and hepatology professionals in the US on racial and ethnic workforce diversity and healthcare disparities. The findings revealed insufficient representation of underrepresented racial and ethnic minority groups and suggested interventions to increase career mentorship and medical student opportunities, as well as provide leadership roles for underrepresented groups.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Harman K. Rahal, James H. Tabibian, Rachel Issaka, Sandra Quezada, Darrell Gray, Sophie Balzora, Liu Yang, Jayraan Badiee, Folasade May
Summary: This study aimed to assess the perspectives of gastroenterology and hepatology professionals in the United States on racial and ethnic workforce diversity and healthcare disparities. The findings revealed that the main barriers to increasing diversity were inadequate representation in education and training, professional leadership, and among practicing professionals. The suggested interventions included increasing career mentorship and medical student opportunities, as well as providing leadership roles for underrepresented racial and ethnic minority groups in programs and professional societies.
GASTROINTESTINAL ENDOSCOPY
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Megan A. Adams, Eve A. Kerr, Jason A. Dominitz, Yuqing Gao, Nicholas Yankey, Folasade P. May, John Mafi, Sameer D. Saini
Summary: An electronic measure of screening colonoscopy overuse using ICD-10 codes was developed and applied to a national observational study of US Veterans. The study found that a quarter of screening colonoscopies in 2017 within the Veterans Health Administration were identified as potential low-value procedures, with substantial variability across facilities.
BMJ QUALITY & SAFETY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Adjoa Anyane-Yeboa, Michelle Aubertine, Aisha Parker, Kaitlin Sylvester, Caleb Levell, Emily Bell, Karen M. M. Emmons, Folasade P. P. May
Summary: This study developed a tailored message guidebook to promote colorectal cancer (CRC) screening among Black individuals based on mixed-methods research. The study identified age-specific barriers to screening, such as procrastination, financial concerns, COVID-19 concerns, and fear of the test and bowel preparation. The findings informed the development of a guidebook aimed at increasing CRC screening participation in Black individuals.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Kara l. Faktor, Denise d. Payan, Alejandro j. Ramirez, Folasade p. May
Summary: There is increasing concern about the sustainability and long-term impact of short-term medical missions (STMMs). Despite their contributions to community health, there is room for improvement in reducing negative impacts and promoting sustainability. Suggestions include culturally and linguistically tailored medical care and health education, strengthening local partnerships, and ongoing training and support for community health workers.
ANNALS OF GLOBAL HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Thomas F. Imperiale, Philip T. Lavin, Tara N. Marti, Debbie Jakubowski, Steven H. Itzkowitz, Folasade P. May, Paul J. Limburg, Seth Sweetser, Anas Daghestani, Barry M. Berger
Summary: To assess the clinical utility of multi-target stool DNA (mt-sDNA) at a 3-year interval, a study was conducted from April 2015 to July 2016. The results showed that repeat mt-sDNA screening at this interval yielded a significant improvement in the detection of advanced precancerous lesions. However, due to the absence of colorectal cancers in the third year, further larger studies are needed to confirm the findings and assess the effectiveness of mt-sDNA in detecting colorectal cancer.
CANCER PREVENTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Sonya S. Dasharathy, Folasade P. May, Anthony Myint, Liu Yang, Harman K. Rahal, Vivy Cusumano, Philip A. Kozan, Sarina C. Lowe, Peter Y. Beah, Berkeley N. Limketkai, Jenny S. Sauk
Summary: This study evaluated the recommendation and administration of pneumococcal vaccines in IBD patients receiving immunosuppression, and the knowledge of providers and patients regarding these vaccines. The results showed that while the recommendation rate for pneumococcal vaccination was relatively high, the rate of receiving both recommended vaccines was low. Increasing age was identified as a key factor associated with vaccine receipt. Providers generally had good knowledge regarding pneumococcal vaccines.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL GASTROENTEROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Harman K. Rahal, James H. Tabibian, Rachel Issaka, Sandra Quezada, Darrell M. Gray, Sophie Balzora, Liu Yang, Jayraan Badiee, Folasade P. May
Summary: This study assessed the perspectives of gastroenterology and hepatology professionals in the United States on racial and ethnic workforce diversity and healthcare disparities. The survey found that a lack of representation in the education and training pipeline was a major barrier to increasing diversity, and suggested interventions included increasing career mentorship and medical student opportunities.
Review
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Harman Rahal, Mohit Girotra, Folasade P. May, James H. Tabibian
Summary: Diversity in medicine and the gastroenterology subspecialty is an important topic that deserves attention. Understanding this topic is important for reflecting the diversity of the national patient population and bridging health disparities. However, there is a lack of data on gender and racial/ethnic diversity trends among medical professionals in the field of gastroenterology.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
(2022)
