Eugene Manley: Insights from the STEMM & Cancer Health Equity Summit at PCOM Georgia
The STEMM & Cancer Health Equity Summit, held at PCOM Georgia, brought together experts, advocates, and healthcare professionals to address critical disparities in cancer care, diversity, and health equity. The summit provided a platform to discuss solutions for improving access to care for underserved populations, fostering mentorship in oncology, and tackling issues such as reimbursement systems and diversity barriers in medicine.
Eugene Manley, an advocate for health equity and diversity, shared several insightful posts on LinkedIn highlighting key moments and discussions from the summit. Below are the posts he shared:
Dr. Holt moderated our panel on insurers and payers at the STEMM & Cancer Health Equity Summit
“Dr. Holt from the University of Miami moderated our panel discussion on insurers and payers at the 2nd STEMM & Cancer Health Equity Summit at PCOM Georgia. He was joined by Teresa Zayas at CMS and Dr. Sharon Robinson at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois. They discussed reimbursements, Medicaid, and programs to bring more access to underserved populations.”
Michelle Kirschner presented on patient advocacy and shared decision-making
“Michelle Kirschner covered for Jill Squire, who unfortunately became ill, and presented on patient advocacy and shared decision-making at the 2nd STEMM & Cancer Health Equity Summit at PCOM Georgia.”
Jackie Nixon increases awareness about radon and lung cancer
“Jackie Nixon from Citizens 4 Radioactive Radon Reduction presented work on radon awareness and building the next generation of radon researchers at the 2nd STEMM & Cancer Health Equity Summit at PCOM Georgia.”
Dr. Coral Olazagasti discussed barriers to diversity in medicine
“Dr. Coral Olazagasti, from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, discussed barriers to diversity in oncology and medicine. ‘A great mentor is the difference between pushing through or leaving. One shouldn’t have to suppress their identity to deliver care.’”
The STEMM & Cancer Health Equity Summit continues to be a vital forum for addressing health disparities, empowering diverse voices in medicine, and fostering collaboration to achieve equitable cancer care. These posts by Eugene Manley provide a glimpse into the impactful discussions held at this event.
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