Healthcare professionals from around the region have united to advance health justice and eliminate racial health inequities. The North Sound Race and Health Equity Alliance hosts an annual conference, bringing speakers and discussions to learn more about regional health inequity and how we can take action to better serve the needs of all patients. The Alliance also established the North Sound Health Equity Scholarship (view scholarship website here), which supports students of color on the path to receiving their advanced medical degrees and increases diverse representation in health care in the North Sound region.
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Mark your calendars! 4th Annual Conference
Save the date for the upcoming North Sound Race and Health Equity Conference on April 13, 2024! If you are a medical student, healthcare professional, nonprofit leader, or interested community member, join the Alliance in person for the second time to explore new ways to strengthen relationships for better health outcomes! You can view highlights of previous conferences at the bottom of this page.
Registration is now OPEN, click here to secure your ticket! Don’t forget that this conference is approved for 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Sign up for our email list to receive the latest updates! If you want to become a sponsor, contact Shu-Ling Zhao at Shu@chuckanuthealthfoundation.org.
Presenting the keynote speakers for the conference, Dr. Yaw A. Nyame, MD, MS, MBA, and Dr. Paula Houston, Ed.D; UW Medicine’s Chief Equity Officer who are leading voices on racial inequity in healthcare and advocates for building equitable healthcare systems for all. They will share insights and inspiration at this years conference.
Dr. Nyame is an assistant professor in the Department of Urology at UW School of Medicine, specializing in urologic oncology and general urology. He believes in a team-based approach to cancer care and has a research interest in healthcare disparities in urologic cancers. Dr. Nyame’s team has been studying racial inequities in prostate cancer care, aiming to improve patient outcomes and quality of care. He completed his medical degree at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University and his business degree at the Kellogg School of Management. Dr. Nyame completed a fellowship at the University of Washington and joined the faculty upon completing his training.
Dr. Houston serves as the Chief Equity Officer in the Office of Healthcare Equity at UW Medicine. She is also an Associate VP of Medical Affairs and an Affiliate Professor in Family Medicine at the University of Washington. Dr. Houston is dedicated to improving healthcare equity and reducing disparities in healthcare delivery. She has a background in health administration and educational leadership, with a focus on community engagement and advocacy. Dr. Houston’s work at UW Medicine aims to make it a national model for healthcare equity.
This conference is about more than education, it is also about action! You will walk away with practical strategies to bridge cultural divides, foster trust, and deliver care that truly meets the needs of your patients. We hope you’ll join us and take the next step in building a healthcare system that works for everyone, click here to get your ticket!
Health Equity Scholarship
Designed to support students of color pursuing advanced medical degrees and increase diverse representation in North Sound healthcare. The Alliance accepts applications from September 15 – October 31 each year, students of color pursuing an RN, BSN, ARNP, PA, MD, or DO degree with the goal of working in the North Sound region, are encouraged to apply!
Scholarships make a difference by removing financial barriers and showing students that someone believes in their future. For underrepresented students or those facing additional barriers due to their skin color, a scholarship can be life-changing.
Join us in increasing the representation of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color in our healthcare teams, creating a community where everyone has access to the best care to be healthy and thrive. Last year, thanks to your support, the Alliance raised over $5,000 for the North Sound Health Equity Scholarship! Meet previous scholarship recipients and contribute today to support this vital cause by clicking here.
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Past Conferences
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Explore our past conference recordings and agendas below! You can access these videos and other events on our YouTube page, as well as our partners’ pages (@northsoundach & @chuckanuthealthfoundation). Click on a video below to start watching!
Special thank you to the amazing sponsors that make these conferences, scholarships, mentorship opportunities, etc. all possible!
Contact Shu-Ling Zhao at Shu@chuckanuthealthfoundation.org for more information on becoming a sponsor!
Alliance Partners:
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