Accepted Type
Workshop
Code
WA1-3
Acceptance Declaration
Accept
Additional Information
I declare I have no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to this program.
MINI ABSTRACT DESCRIPTION
Beginning with an overview of the historical underpinnings of the marginalization of LGBT2SQ+ individuals by the medical profession, this workshop moves on to cover practical tips and techniques to better serve this patient population, and concludes with a focus on trans care and gender-affirming hormone therapy.
Was this work accepted for CCME 2020?
yes
Category
General Call (Workshop, Oral Presentation, Poster Presentation)
Type
Workshop
Sub Type
Affiliation
Title
Providing Care for LGBT2SQ+ Patients: Healthcare Provider Allyship Workshop
Length of Presentation
Rationale/Background
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, two-spirit, and/or queer (LGBT2SQ+) people, especially those who are Black or Indigenous, experience disproportionately poorer health outcomes. Some disparities can be explained by negative encounters with healthcare providers, who may lack knowledge on queer and trans-specific health issues. Allyship refers to taking action on behalf of an underserved group one does not belong to. This workshop offers a solutions-focused framework for educators to provide LGBT2SQ+ patients compassionate, dignified care.
Instructional Methods
The workshop begins with an overview of the historical, philosophic context of LGBT2SQ+ health disparities, looking at how systemic racism and colonialism have harmed these communities. Clinical scenarios addressing practical aspects of LGBT2SQ+ care (using videos with standardized patient actors) are then discussed with facilitators, with scenarios designed to emphasize opportunities for allyship. Attendees will identify and address their own biases and assumptions, and learn about concrete actions in order to provide patient-centred, intersectional care for LGBT2SQ+ patients. Topics covered include a study of how to provide LGBT2SQ+ sexual healthcare and informed gender-affirming hormone therapy for trans patients.
Target audience
Medical educators who seek to incorporate LGBT2SQ+ health content into their educational programmes for healthcare professionals or trainees (at all levels).
Learning Objective
1. Describe systemic health inequities faced by LGBT2SQ+ patients, especially those who are Black, Indigenous, and/or disabled
2. Know options for providing safe and dignified care to LGBT2SQ+ patients and how to teach about it
3. Construct an approach to content delivery of this curriculum using the toolkit provided
Keyword 1
health disparities
Keyword 2
advocacy
Keyword 3
LGBTQ
Level of Training
General
Abstract Themes
Curriculum
Curriculum
Case-Based
Additional Theme (First choice)
Undergraduate
Additional Theme (Second Choice)
Postgraduate
Additional Theme (Third Choice)
Faculty Development
Authors
Presenter
Michael Scott
Tehmina Ahmad
Miranda Schreiber
Jeremy Cygler
Term 1
Yes
Term 2
Yes
Term 3
Yes
Term 4
Yes
Term 5
Yes
Virtual Presentation Option
yes
