WMed Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness Podcast: Health Equity in Cancer Treatment

In this episode of WMed Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness podcast, we explore the forefront of cancer care in Kalamazoo. Our guest, David Shalowitz, MD, MSHP share their expertise on current disparities, the 'whys' behind them, and the intersectionality of social determinants in rural and urban cancer care access.  We delve into building trust in communities of color, especially in early prevention and clinical trial participation. Join us for actionable insights on how primary healthcare providers and communities can improve access to cancer care resources. Whether you're a student, faculty, or resident, our guest provides recommendations for those interested in contributing to this vital research.

For more information, contact Kelsey Caras:  [email protected]

Monday, December 18, 2023, 11:32 AM - Friday, December 18, 2026, 12:32 PM

In support of improving patient care, Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 
 
Credit amount subject to change. 

Interprofessional Continuing Education 
 
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 0.50 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change. 
 
Physicians 
 
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 
 
Nurses 
 
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine designates this activity for 0.50 contact hours for nurses.  Nurses should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Social Workers 
 
As a Jointly Accredited Organization, Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine maintains responsibility for this course. Social workers completing this course receive 0.50 continuing education credits. 
 
Psychologists 
 
This program is co-sponsored by the American Psychological Association for continuing education credit. The American Psychological Association retains responsibility for the program.  This activity is designated for 0.50 APA CE Credits. 

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.50 hours), ACE CE Credits (0.50 hours), APA CE Credits (0.50 hours), Continuing Nursing Credit- ANCC (0.50 hours), General Attendance (0.50 hours), IPCE Credit (0.50 hours), Other Learner Attendance (0.50 hours)

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.