In this episode of Sharp Scratch, the panel made up of Judy, Elisabeth and George get together to chat about bias that exists in medical education. They are joined by expert guest Dr Laetitia Zeeman, lecturer in Public Health and researcher in the field of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, whose work focuses on addressing the health needs of minority groups.

The episode discusses the importance of being inclusive and intersectional in our approach to medicine as well as what medical students and doctors can do to address the gaps in our knowledge and confidence when it comes to the healthcare of minoritised patient populations, including people of colour, women and LGBTQ+ people. 

The episode also touches on  implicit bias, microaggressions, and how medical schools teach about health inequalities.The panel also discusses what students can do if they encounter discrimination while on placement, and the steps that can be taken to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for both patients and healthcare professionals.

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