The first national disability medical student affinity organisation in the United States.
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| Title: | The first national disability medical student affinity organisation in the United States. |
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| Authors: | Dhanani, Zainub (AUTHOR) zdhanani@msdci.org, Leeolou, Melissa C. (AUTHOR), Ikedionwu, Ifeoma (AUTHOR), Newcomb, Nora (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Medical Education. Nov2025, Vol. 59 Issue 11, p1241-1242. 2p. |
| Subject Terms: | *Medical education, *Communities, *Medical students, *Professional employee training, Group process |
| Geographic Terms: | United States |
| Company/Entity: | American Medical Association |
| Abstract: | The article focuses on the establishment and impact of the Medical Students with Disability and Chronic Illness (MSDCI) National, the first national affinity group dedicated to supporting disabled medical students in the United States. Founded in 2019, MSDCI aims to address the underrepresentation of disabled individuals in medical professions by fostering community, education, advocacy, and accessibility. The organization has developed various resources, including a website, mentorship programs, and advocacy initiatives, to enhance the educational experience for disabled students. The rapid growth of MSDCI highlights a significant demand for disability-inclusive support within medical education, emphasizing the need for collaboration and ongoing efforts to improve accessibility in the field. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Abstract: | The article focuses on the establishment and impact of the Medical Students with Disability and Chronic Illness (MSDCI) National, the first national affinity group dedicated to supporting disabled medical students in the United States. Founded in 2019, MSDCI aims to address the underrepresentation of disabled individuals in medical professions by fostering community, education, advocacy, and accessibility. The organization has developed various resources, including a website, mentorship programs, and advocacy initiatives, to enhance the educational experience for disabled students. The rapid growth of MSDCI highlights a significant demand for disability-inclusive support within medical education, emphasizing the need for collaboration and ongoing efforts to improve accessibility in the field. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 03080110 |
| DOI: | 10.1111/medu.15733 |
