Alyssa Ransom's Dissertation Defense

The Medical and Health Professions Education Program proudly announces Alyssa Ransom鈥檚 dissertation defense date. The study entitled, An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis of the Lived Experiences of Black Medical Students with Racial Bias in Gross Anatomy Course, explores听the experiences of Black medical students with racial bias in gross anatomy course content and the influences those biases have on their medical school experience.

顿补迟别:听Wednesday, February 26, 2025

罢颈尘别:听12:00 - 1:30 pm EST

尝辞肠补迟颈辞苍:听via Zoom -

Full abstract:听

This study examines the lived experiences of Black medical students navigating racial bias in gross anatomy, a foundational course in medical education. While curricula often center white bodies and associate race with pathology, this "hidden curriculum" perpetuates biases, undermines equitable care, and alienates underrepresented groups. Semi-structured interviews with eight Black medical students were analyzed using interpretative phenomenological analysis, identifying five key themes: 1)听The impacts of representation in medical education, both positive and negative, 2) Bias and hidden curriculum contribute to stereotypes, 3) Academic and interpersonal pressures increased the load on Black medical students, 4) Black community resilience and coping mechanisms for success in medical school, 5) Faculty and institutional support is needed for Black medical students. Findings emphasize the need for diverse faculty, inclusive teaching materials, and addressing systemic inequities to foster equity and improve cultural competence, benefiting all medical students and enhancing care for diverse populations.

Committee:
Dr. Tiffany Wiggins, Committee Chair
Dr. Amanda Burbage, Committee Member
Dr. Jessica Byram, Committee Member听

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