08/05/20

Addressing cultural bias in labor & delivery

Cultural diversity is one of this country's defining characteristics. And yet, cultural bias and discrimination in health care is an unfortunate reality. Patients often feel underrepresented when it comes to their own care or the care of their family members.

Clinicians and health care professionals need to understand the mindset that contributes to bias in care and what can be done to curb instances of discrimination. Dr. Alissa Erogbogbo, Medical Director of Operations with Ob Hospitalist Group, has witnessed these issues firsthand in her career...

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