Black History Month: Black Men in White Coats discussion

Less black men applied to medical school in 2014 than in 1978 and black men have the lowest life expectancy in the United States. With only 2% of American doctors being black men, this comes as no surprise. This documentary dissects the systemic barriers preventing black men from becoming medical doctors and the consequences on society at large.  

Join us in discussion to tackle our understanding of one of the most prominent issues facing BIPOC communities in the healthcare industry, today: Lack of representation. Moderated by Drs. Sheritta A. Strong and Shirley F. Delair. 

Those interested in the event will be asked to watch the documentary prior the discussion (see the trailer here). A viewing link will be provided to those who register. You will have a 3-day window to watch the film prior to the discussion (Feb. 8, 8pm - Feb. 11, 8pm).

Register here. Limited to the first 300. Please only register if you intend to block time off of your calendar to view the documentary and participate in the discussion. 

Nebraska Medicine will be hosting a second viewing and discussion for busy dually employed physicians who are unable to attend the Feb. 11 event. This event will be limited to the first 300 and registration will be required. More information about the event date will be shared in an upcoming NOW article. 

Brought to you by the UNMC Office of Inclusion. 

Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 3:00pm to 5:00pm

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Campus Life, Diversity/Inclusion, Outreach

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Students, Faculty and Staff

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Darby Reiners

Darby Reiners left a positive review 2/10/2021

This film was so impactful and got me thinking about ways UNMC can better support and lift up Black men as students, residents, and doctors. It also made me think about ways we can better interact with the public and provide opportunities for elementary school children to see themselves in the doctors here on campus. Like the film said, if you can't see it, you can't be it. I hope with the development of the Heritage Center and public programs through McGoogan Library, we can provide opportunities for children to see themselves as doctors and find that continual positive reinforcement.