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TODAY is the @ASTRO_org @theNCI Diversity Symposium on Implicit Bias featuring #radonc greatness @DrWinkfield @reshmajagsi @pnbarry @alediazmd @terri95517721 @DrMalikaSiker Dr. Charles Thomas, Dr. Curt Deville. Don& #39;t miss it! Special Session 2, 10/27, 12:30 pm EST. 
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@terri95517721 providing https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🔑" title="Schlüssel" aria-label="Emoji: Schlüssel"> info on implicit bias and how it affects us in #radonc
Sharing work of Dr. Curt Deville, demonstrating glaring disparities in our workforce
Implicit bias also profoundly affects our patients. Something @DrIbram discussed in his #KendiKeynote yesterday.
This goes both ways. Physicians of color and female physicians face tremendous bias from patients and colleagues.
Now onto moderated case discussion with @alediazmd. Rare opportunity to hear so many equity experts share insights on #implicitbias scenarios we face in #radonc
First case
Dr. Reshma Jagsi "We must turn bystanders into upstanders."
Dr. Karen Winkfield highlights that this is an opportunity to educate/redirect and emphasize the importance of respectful behavior bidirectionally.
Having the skill set to identify and address microaggressions (and macroaggressions) is key. Panelists reference Dr. Chapman& #39;s recent paper on ways to do this.
Practical tips from Dr. Winkfield: Use facts. Check (speak truth) and redirect.
Dr. Deville suggests using the same tools we use in cancer care discussion, like empathy and reassurance.
Next case:
Dr. Jagsi reviewing CV studies that demonstrate women/POC are less likely to be successful with the SAME CV with name/gender changed.
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"Grit predicts for success." from @reshmajagsi program director perspective [MIC DROP]
@DrWinkfield sharing her intentionality in her journey, the importance of #HBCUs, and the need for us in #radonc to understand and embrace holistic interview/evaluation processes.
Dr. Deville references @ChelseaPinnix paper on holistic review, including community service, advocacy, engagement. Need to rely on these metrics more as board scores are de-emphasized. Challenge for all of us to assess use of evidence-based unbiased practices in our own programs.
Dr. Thomas speaks to creating a more inclusive selection process by "walking the talk, keeping tentacles open for talent."
@DrWinkfield shares how daunting it can be for underrepresented applicants to be "the only ___." She emphasizes the importance of connecting diverse applicants with diverse mentors at your institution, both within and outside of #radonc.
@reshmajagsi shares that it& #39;s more effective to have "networks of mentorship" instead of the traditional, dyadic mentorship relationship.
Virtual environment presents unique challenges for residency and faculty recruitment. Need to be acutely aware and @reshmajagsi suggests using tools that have been cultivated from live environment to be a "Zoom ally"
Last case:
Some concrete suggestions: "Excuse me, I am speaking" or "Thank you for reiterating the point I am making". Important for bystanders to step up too.
@pnbarry emphasizes the importance of boundary setting. She also suggests establishing allies ahead of the meetings/tumor boards/etc.
Oops, actually one more LAST case :)
Dr. Thomas sharing that implicit bias affects ALL OF US, even equity experts. #humility #trueleadership #lifelonglearning https://abs.twimg.com/hashflags... draggable="false" alt="">
@terri95517721 wraps up session with resources for the audience. Thank you, amazing panelists and #CHEDI #ASTRO20
