In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Chavon Onumah to explore the anti-deficit approach in medical education, emphasizing the importance of recognizing strengths in our learners rather than focusing on perceived shortcomings. We discuss the importance of emotional well-being in healthcare and creating supportive and psychologically safe learning environments and how shifting to an anti-deficit framework in medical education can empower learners, promote a growth mindset, and reduce feelings of imposter syndrome. Dr. Onumah also highlights practical strategies and resources for educators to employ an anti-deficit framework when working with learners.
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Credits
Producer: Era Kryzhanovskaya MD,Hosts, editors: Era Kryzhanovskaya MD, Molly Heublein MDScript, show notes, infographics: Karishma Patel MDTechnical Support: PodpasteGuest: Chavon Onumah, MD, MPH, MEd, FACPTheme Music: MorsyMusic
Show Segments
Intro, guest bioAdvice and emotional well-being in healthcare9:04 The anti-deficit approach in medical educationCase from Kashlack Memorial14:52 Deficit vs anti-deficit perspectives17:47 Role of faculty in supporting students20:48 Broader implications of anti-deficit frameworks36:51 Understanding imposter syndrome and stereotype threat43:34 Fostering a growth mindset in education44:12 Creating psychological safety for learners50:29 Institutional strategies for anti-deficit approaches55:09: Practical resources for educators1:00:03 TakeawaysOutros