Journal of the Academy of Health Science Educators: A Pre-Print Repository
Title: Promoting Skin Protection through Dermatology Outreach Booths at Community Health FairsAuthors: Annabelle Huntsman, Justin Lyon, Adriene Pavek, Bethany K. H. Lewis, MD, MPHDate: 1/27/2025Abstract: Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with basal cell carcinoma being the most prevalent, followed by squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma. Among these, melanoma has …
Title: Medical Language Interpreter Training for Student-Led ClinicAuthors: Aileen A. MacLachlan, Kerri Shaffer, Boris Tirado, Boyd RichardsDate: 1/27/2025Abstract: With the increasing need for medical language interpreters and limited resources at volunteer clinics, many rely on community volunteer interpreters. However, affordable and accessible interpreter training is largely unavailable, creating gaps in the quality of medical language …
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Title: Language Matters: Integrating Community Voices to Validate the University of Utah Quick Language GuideAuthors: Jazmine Abril, Jacob Knight, Tiffany Ho MD, MPH, Paloma Cariello, Rawad Farhat MD, MSPH, Jessica JonesDate: 1/27/2025Abstract: Stigmatizing language can significantly reduce patient-provider trust and lead to decreased healthcare utilization and negative outcomes. Using respectful, identity-affirming language is essential to …
Title: Cultivating Cultural Humility and Advocacy: An Online Module on Health Equity for Medical Students at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of MedicineAuthors: Jacob Knight, Karishma Shah MD, PhD, Jenna Weber MD, PhD, Jenna Murray MD, PhD, Silvia Soule, Eve Larkin, Adam Gaudin, Bita Tristani-Firouzi, Rawad Farhat MD, MSPH, May ShabanDate: 1/27/2025Abstract: …
Title: Enhancing Early Detection: A Community-Based Skin Cancer Screening Initiative at the Fourth Street ClinicAuthors: Justin Lyon, Addy Kirkham, Adriene Pavek, Bethany K. H. Lewis MD, PhDDate: 1/27/2025Abstract: Non-melanoma skin cancers (NMSC), including basal and squamous cell carcinoma, are the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the United States, with approximately 5.4 million cases diagnosed annually. …
Title: Community Health Workers (CHWS) Partnering with Medical Students to Promote Experiential Service Learning in a Student Led ClinicAuthors: Wesley Allen, Karishma Shah, Jazmine Abril, Sonia Sehgal, Silvia Soule, Sonja Raaum MD, Kamaile Tripp, Princess Bombyck CHW, Kristine Snyder, Rawad Farhat MD, MSPHDate: 1/27/2025Abstract: Community Health Workers (CHWs) are public health professionals who share life …
Title: Addressing Nutritional Deficiencies at the South Main Clinic through collaboration with Better Being Co.Author: Joselyn SlobodowDate: 1/27/2025Abstract: The South Main Clinic provides healthcare services to the local community, with the majority of its patients identifying as Hispanic. These patients demonstrate an increased prevalence of food insecurity and chronic disease. To address such food insecurities, …
Title: Mass Confusion: A Liquid Cancer’s Solid DisguiseAuthors: Bailey Kelson, Michal Niwinski Date: 1/27/2025 Abstract: A 58-year-old man with acute onset dyspnea and leg edema was admitted through the ED when evaluation revealed elevated BNP, leukocytosis, troponin elevation, and interstitial edema. A provisional diagnosis of NSTEMI resulting from acute-on-chronic HFpEF was made. Methods: Echocardiogram revealed …
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