Health Disparities in FPMRS (On-Demand)-Health Disparities in FPMRS

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Dr. Kenny Brown presented a webinar on health disparities in Female Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (FPMRS). She discussed the definition of health disparities and social determinants of health, as well as the current literature on disparities in FPMRS related to pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence. Dr. Brown emphasized the importance of understanding the complex relationship between different factors that contribute to health disparities, including individual and population-level determinants of health, social and structural factors, and systemic racism. She highlighted the need for research to measure and understand these factors, as well as the importance of individualizing care, leveraging culture and community support, diversifying the workforce, and incorporating equity into all aspects of care delivery. Dr. Brown emphasized the need to prioritize health equity in FPMRS and to address the underlying structural factors that contribute to disparities in order to ensure equitable and optimal care for all patients.

Keywords

health disparities

FPMRS

social determinants of health

pelvic organ prolapse

urinary incontinence

systemic racism

research on health disparities

individualizing care

diversifying the workforce

equitable care