Latino, Hispanic, or of Spanish Origin+ Identified Student Leaders in Medicine: Recognizing More Than 50 years of Presence, Activism, and Leadership (Sustainable Development Goals Series)

This book explores the rich history and current state of the Latina, Latino, Latinx, Latine, Hispanic, or of Spanish Origin+ (LHS+) community’s representation, activism, and leadership within American medicine. It meets the demand for a reference that highlights both the underrepresentation and growth of the LHS+ community in medicine, especially as the LHS+ population now represents the largest non-white ethnic group in the United States. It examines the LHS+ community’s unique health issues and disparities, its ongoing efforts to address such health issues, and its approaches and challenges to developing generations of physicians and healthcare leaders. An Open-Access reference and Sustainable Development Goals Series volume, this book serves as an informative and inspirational resource for educational programming, drafting of policies and procedures, and institutional strategic planning. Across 16 chapters, LHS+ community members and leaders share their unique experiences in pursuing medical careers, using compelling narratives crafted to inspire more LHS+-identified college students to become healthcare professionals and leaders themselves. Additionally, chapters describe several ways in which non-LHS+ identified colleagues can better prepare themselves and their respective institutions to advance health equity for LHS+ communities, support LHS+ learners at all stages of medical education, and bolster current and future LHS+ faculty and senior academic leaders. Latino,Hispanic, or of Spanish Origin+ Identified Student Leaders in Medicine: Recognizing More Than 50 Years of Presence, Activism, and Leadership is a unique and timely book meant to unite and empower current and future physicians through service, mentorship, and education for the benefit of historically underserved communities in the U.S. and beyond. Foreword Sustainable Development Goals Series Goal 4: Quality Education Open Access Acknowledgment Contents List of Contributors 1: Introduction Personal Perspective: Donald M. Rodriguez, PhD (MD Candidate) Personal Perspective: Monica Vela, MD Personal Perspective: Deion L. Ellis, MD, MMS Chapter 2: LHS+ Medical Student History and Heritage of the U.S. Northeast Region Chapter 3: LHS+ Medical Student History and Heritage of the U.S. Southeast Region Chapter 4: LHS+ Medical Student History and Heritage of the U.S. Midwest Region Chapter 5: LHS+ Medical Student History and Heritage of the U.S. Southwest Region Chapter 6: LHS+ Medical Student History and Heritage of the U.S. West Region Chapter 7: A Unified National Organization: The Budding of LMSA Chapter 8: Tu Lucha es Mi Lucha: The Evolution of a Student-Driven LHS+ Health Policy Initiative Chapter 9: LMSA Faculty/Physician Advisors: A Critical Partner in Supporting LHS+ Medical Students Chapter 10: Student Affairs Offices and the LHS+ Medical Student Chapter 11: The Role of Medical Education Offices in Preparing the Physician Workforce to Care for LHS+ Individuals Chapter 12: LHS+ Individuals in Graduate Medical Education Chapter 13: LHS+ Faculty Development and Advancement Chapter 14: The Role of Offices of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion to the LHS+ Community Chapter 15: Looking Forward References 2: LHS+ Medical Student History and Heritage of the U.S. Northeast Region 1960s to 2020s: LHS+ Migration, Identity, and Socioeconomic Trends Migration Identity Socioeconomic Trends Sociopolitical Activism Health Issues and Disparities Medical Student Activism Emerges and Coalesces Growth of Latino/Hispanic Identified Minority/Diversity Affairs Administrators Forming a National Identity Beyond the Northeast From NNLAMS to Union Under LMSA References 3: LHS+ Medical Student History and Heritage of the U.S. Southeast Region Introduction Historical Background Putting the Pieces Together: The Early Years (1987–2010) Joining Forces: Continued Growth (2010–2014) Un Pasito Pa’lante, Un Pasito Pa’tras (2015–2020) Hacia el Futuro: Great Promise (2022 and Beyond) References 4: LHS+ Medical Student History and Heritage of the U.S. Midwest Region Migration and Immigration of Latinos to the Midwest Education of Latinos in the Midwest Origin of the Latino Midwest Medical Student Association (LMMSA) Transition to NNLAMS Midwest Rebranding as LMSA Midwest Conclusion References 5: LHS+ Medical Student History and Heritage of the U.S. Southwest Region Tiempo Pasado con Pena Recordado: Effects of Health Disparities in Latino Communities in the Southwest Region Ni De Aquí, Ni De Allá: The Ever Changing Border of the South and Its Role in Identity En Búsqueda De La Igualdad: Texas Student Chicano Movements for Educational Equity La Llamada A La Acción: The Formation of LMSA Southwest References 6: LHS+ Medical Student History and Heritage of the U.S. West Region El Movimiento: The Chicano Civil Rights Movement Las Raíces: The Roots of a New Organization Affirmative Action Student Activism and Las Clínicas From Chicano to Latino Medical Student Association Community, Continuity, Collaboration: The Formation of Regional Leadership Retreats LEAP Year: The Enactment of Longitudinal Initiatives for LMSA Inc. Growth Becas y Reconocimientos Building the Pipeline: El Futuro La Política: LMSA Delves into Policy National Unification: LMSA Inc. Becomes LMSA West Overview of LMSA West Unidos Podemos Más: Collaborations Additional LMSA West Programming El futuro: LMSA West 2022 and Beyond References 7: A Unified National Organization: The Budding of LMSA On the Brink of a National Union Early Steps Leading to the National Network of Latin American Medical Students Rise of the National Network of Latin American Medical Students (NNLAMS) Unification: The Struggle and Compromise for a Shared National Identity Over a Decade of Evolution: LMSA National, 2009–2022 Enacting Structural Changes to Set a New Path Forward Expanding Advisory Support: The Role of Professional Advisors & Faculty LMSA National Faculty/Physician Advisory Council (LMSA FPAC) Embracing Allies National Initiatives & Programming for LHS+ Medical Students: Past, Present and Future Promoting Professional and Leadership Development of LHS+ Medical Students: The Garcia Leadership & Advocacy Seminar (GLAS) Annual National LMSA Conference Fostering Growth of Physician-Advocates: LMSA Policy Summit Efforts to Strengthening the Pipeline of Underrepresented Racial and Ethnic Minoritized Trainees Recognizing the Exceptional: LMSA National Awards Conclusion: The Spark Became a Flame of Hope to Carry into the Next Decade References 8: Tu Lucha es Mi Lucha: The Evolution of a Student-Driven LHS+ Health Policy Initiative History of Latino and Student Advocacy Introduction History of Medical Student Political Advocacy in the United States Maturation of Student Advocacy: Exploring the Basis for Latino Medical Student Advocacy Developing LMSA Policy Programming The Academic Basis of the LMSA Policy Programming Administrative Logistics Behind LMSA Policy Programming The LMSA-SPS Outcomes of the Inaugural LMSA Policy Conference Post-Conference Activities 2015 LMSA-SPS Transition to the LMSA-Policy Summit (LMSA-PS) The LMSA-Policy Summit: Kern Model as a Theoretical Framework Introduction Health Care Rally Legislative Visits Networking and Mentorship Keynote Speakers and Panel LMSA Congress of Delegates Evolution of LMSA Infrastructure Evolution of Advocacy Strategies in the LMSA Policy Committee LMSA-PS Programming - 2017–2019 LMSA Policy Process 2019–2021 Creation of the LMSA Policy Curriculum LMSA Policy Outcomes LGBTQ+ Caucus Immigration Caucus Corporate Sponsorship LMSA External Policy Work: Coalitions with External Advocacy Organizations Publications Conclusion References 9: LMSA Faculty/Physician Advisors: A Critical Partner in Supporting LHS+ Medical Students Introduction The Weight of Being an Advisor The Role of Advisor as Defined by LMSA Bylaws and Constitution Illuminating and Defining the Role of Faculty/Physician Advisors Election of FPAC Members Giving Credit Where Credit Is Deserved Characteristics of LMSA Chapter Advisors LMSA FPAC Accomplishments, 2017–2022 National Center for LMSA Leadership and Advancement El Informe: A National Newsletter to Guide, Develop & Honor LMSA Advisors Hispanic Heritage Month Lecture Series LMSA FPAC Specialty Sections LIDEReS: The LHS+ Identity, Development, Empowerment, and Resources Seminar LMSA 50th Anniversary Cincuenta Años de Comunidad: Fostering Service, Health Equity, and Leadership (All Images and artwork property of LMSA) (©LMSA) Advancing Inclusion and Equity for the Osteopathic Community Increasing LMSA Chapters at Allopathic and Osteopathic Institutions Snapshot of LMSA FPAC Accomplishments Looking Ahead References 10: Student Affairs Offices and the LHS+ Medical Student LHS+ Identity: A Growing Identity Among Medical Students Domains of Expertise: Offices of Student Affairs Conclusion References 11: The Role of Medical Education Offices in Preparing the Physician Workforce to Care for LHS+ Individuals Introduction LHS+ Health, Health Disparities, and Cultural Competency in Medical Education Medical Spanish in Medical Education Conclusions References 12: LHS+ Individuals in Graduate Medical Education References 13: LHS+ Faculty Development and Advancement Background Socialization LHS+ Faculty Development Mentoring Importance of Culturally Relevant Faculty Mentoring Charting Your Course Career Advancement Successful Academic Writing Distinct Characteristics of Faculty Development in Puerto Rico In Closing References 14: The Role of Offices of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion to the LHS+ Community Introduction Social Responsibility to Serve the LHS+ Community The Modern Role of Offices of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Student Affairs Faculty and Resident Affairs Curriculum Admissions Community Engagement Community Outreach and Community Service Assessments and Improvements of Institutional Culture and Climate Policy & Advocacy Summary Contributions of ODEIs to Other Mission-Related Domains of AHSCs Clinical Care & Education Research Collaboration with LMSA and other LHS+ Associations Planning Ahead for 2050 References 15: Looking Forward Threats to LHS+ Advancement Race-Conscious Admissions Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) LMSA Today The Next 50 Years References Index Regarding these commercial rights a non-exclusive license has been granted to the publisher. 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