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Identity-Based Challenges to Mental Health in Medical School

Introduction A major meta-analysis conducted in 2016 found that 1 in 4 medical students internationally met the criteria for depression. Other studies have suggested that students of color face increased prevalence of depression and anxiety, as well as non-male gender students and students with disabilities. However, few studies have assessed student well-being across a multitude …

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The Community Perspective of Community Health Workers’ Effectiveness in Public Health

Title: The Community Perspective of Community Health Workers’ Effectiveness in Public HealthAuthors: Jazmine Abril, Sonia Sehgal, Karishma ShahDate: 1/27/2025Abstract: Community Health Workers (CHWs) play a critical role in improving public health, particularly in underserved communities, by bridging gaps in healthcare access and addressing social determinants of health. Despite their growing numbers and importance, challenges remain …

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Cultivating Cultural Humility and Advocacy: An Online Module on Health Equity for Medical Students at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine

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: …

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Community Health Workers (CHWS) Partnering with Medical Students to Promote Experiential Service Learning in a Student Led Clinic

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 …

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Evaluating Mentor Connection Platform in Supporting Students with Diverse Identities

Abstract Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of the Mentor Connection platform at the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine (SFESOM) in supporting students with diverse identities and identify strategies for improving mentorship in medical education. Background: Mentorship provides critical support for medical students. Most mentorship programs fail to account for the diverse identities of their …

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Partnering with CHWs to Engage in Community-Based Participatory Research

Title: Partnering with CHWS to Engage in Community-Based Participatory ResearchPresenter: Karishma ShawAuthors: Karishma Shaw, Jazmine Abril, Sonia Sehgal, Siale Teaupa Date: 1/29/2024Brief Description: Qualitative research serves as a vital tool for delving into the experiences and perspectives of underserved populations. This project was dedicated to exploring the interactions between underserved communities and the local healthcare …

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Community Health Workers as Facilitators for Community-Based Participatory Research to Improve Healthcare Services for Underserved Communities in Utah

Title: Community Health Workers as Facilitators for Community-Based Participatory Research to Improve Healthcare Services for Underserved Communities in UtahAuthors: Karishma Shah, Jazmine Abril, Sonia Sehgal, Siale Teaupa, MPHBrief Description: The current U.S. healthcare system does not adequately serve all individuals, particularly underserved communities, leading to disparities in access and care. Efforts to improve inclusion and …

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