Abstracts
Abstract
Implication Statement
ACCESS, a student-led mentorship program affiliated with Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, demonstrates a practical, effective approach to addressing inequity in medical education. ACCESS provides personalized, zero-cost mentorship to equity-deserving applicants who face social, financial, and medical barriers that result in underrepresentation in medical school. Our mentorship model showcases significant success in application and interview outcomes, as well as positive feedback from participants. Here, we offer a replicable blueprint for medical schools across Canada. This paper highlights the effectiveness of student-led initiatives in promoting diversity and inclusion in healthcare education and aims to inspire similar programs, fostering a more diverse and inclusive future healthcare workforce.
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Énoncé des implications de la recherche
ACCESS, un programme de mentorat dirigé par des étudiants et affilié à la Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, constitue une approche pratique et efficace pour lutter contre les inégalités dans l'enseignement médical. ACCESS offre un mentorat personnalisé et gratuit aux candidats méritants qui se heurtent à des obstacles sociaux, financiers et médicaux entraînant une sous-représentation dans les facultés de médecine. Notre modèle de mentorat présente des résultats significatifs en matière de candidature et d'entretien, ainsi qu'un retour d'information positif de la part des participants. Nous proposons ici un modèle reproductible pour les facultés de médecine du Canada. Ce document souligne l'efficacité des initiatives menées par les étudiants pour promouvoir la diversité et l'inclusion dans l'enseignement des soins de santé et vise à inspirer des programmes similaires, favorisant ainsi un futur personnel de santé plus diversifié et plus inclusif.
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