This month we spoke with Dr. Jessica Randolph, Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Virginia Commonwealth University about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in ophthalmology and how medical students can get involved.

Time Stamps:

7:00- Definitions; why DEI in ophthalmology important

20:30- Socioeconomic status and opportunities; Affirmative Action

27:27- Implications for patient care

34:10- Implicit Bias

43:42- Pipeline Programs for Underrepresented Students

Minority Ophthalmology Mentoring Program: https://www.aao.org/minority-mentoring

Rabb-Venable Excellence in Ophthalmology Program: https://www.rabbvenable.com/