Dr. Angela Marshall, a renowned physician and researcher, has been working tirelessly to address the biases that undermine healthcare for patients and providers. In her new book, ‘Dismissed: Tackling the Biases that Undermine our Health Care’, she explores the different types of biases that exist in healthcare and provides practical solutions to overcome them.
Dr. Marshall’s book is a call to action for patients and healthcare providers alike to recognize and address the biases that exist in healthcare. Through her research and experience, she has identified several types of biases that can affect healthcare outcomes, including racial, gender, and socioeconomic biases.
One of the key messages in ‘Dismissed’ is the importance of empowering patients to take an active role in their healthcare. Patients are often the most knowledgeable about their own bodies and their healthcare needs. However, biases can sometimes lead healthcare providers to dismiss their concerns or provide suboptimal care.
Dr. Marshall advocates for patients to become informed about their healthcare options and to speak up when they feel their concerns are not being addressed. She encourages patients to ask questions, seek second opinions, and be assertive about their healthcare needs. By doing so, patients can help to ensure that they receive the best possible care.
Another important message in ‘Dismissed’ is the need for healthcare providers to recognize and address their biases. Bias can lead to a lack of empathy, misunderstandings, and suboptimal care. Dr. Marshall encourages healthcare providers to reflect on their own biases and to take steps to address them. This may include seeking out diversity and cultural competency training, engaging in self-reflection, and actively listening to their patients.
Dr. Marshall’s book is an important contribution to the ongoing conversation about healthcare equity and bias. It provides practical solutions for patients and healthcare providers alike to improve healthcare outcomes and ensure that everyone receives the care they need and deserve.
In addition to her work as an author, Dr. Marshall is also a practicing physician and researcher. She has been recognized for her work in addressing healthcare disparities and has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to the field.
Overall, ‘Dismissed’ is an essential read for anyone who is interested in improving healthcare outcomes and promoting healthcare equity. It is a powerful call to action for patients and healthcare providers alike to recognize and address the biases that can undermine healthcare and to work together to create a more equitable and just healthcare system.
