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Welcome to Equity Matters, a monthly newsletter from the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. In this issue, Julius M. Wilder MD, PhD, tells us about his work to advance EDI in the Department of Medicine. We also share recent EDI-related news stories, resources, and coming events.

Julius Wilder, MD, PhD

EDI Spotlight: Julius M. Wilder MD, PhD

Our final EDI Spotlight of 2022 shines on Julius Wilder, MD, PhD, a gastroenterologist and hepatologist and Chair of the Department of Medicine’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Antiracism committee (DEIAR). Wilder talks to us about balancing his oversight of efforts to improve equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) within his Department while still practicing clinical care. He also talks about how his doctorate in medical sociology complements his perspective as a clinician, his hopes for reducing health disparities in our local community, and his loves of jazz, time with family, and watching Duke basketball when he’s not at work.

News and Resources

Duke Pioneer Charles Johnson, MD, Celebrated During Alumni Weekend

Duke Pioneer Charles Johnson, MD, Celebrated During Alumni Weekend

The life of the late Charles Johnson II, MD, was celebrated with a special tribute during Duke University School of Medicine's Alumni Weekend. The first Black faculty member in the School of Medicine, Johnson became a valuable mentor to Black students and residents and was a leader in the move toward equity. Alumni and friends are raising money for a scholarship in his name.

Tomi Akinyemiju PhD and Rebecca Previs MD

Study Finds Patient’s Race Affects Ovarian Cancer Care

Non-Hispanic Black patients are less likely to receive guideline-appropriate treatment for ovarian cancer than non-Hispanic White patients, significantly affecting their treatment quality and survival chances, according to a study led by Duke Health researchers.

Duke students take in an antiracism art piece during a workshop activity in 2019

Mapping Duke’s Racial Equity Resources

In response to results of the 2021 Duke Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Climate Survey, the Racial Equity Advisory Council (REAC) is working on what will become the university’s first searchable dashboard of educational engagement opportunities. The new database will connect members of the Duke community with educational opportunities across campus.

Prostate Cancer Blue Ribbon

Family History, Gene Variants Put Black Men at Risk for Early Prostate Cancer

A family history of cancer and genetic variants that might be inherited appear to be important risk factors for Black men diagnosed with early-onset prostate cancer, a study involving Duke Health researchers has found.

Program Expands Access to Pediatric Mental Health Services

The incidence of mental health problems in children and adolescents has risen at alarming rates since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Learn how the Duke Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is building capacity to help through NC-PAL, a free provider-to-provider consultation line. EDI leader Annise Weaver is one of NC-PAL’s co-directors.

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Virtual Hanukkah Candle Lighting

December 18 • 6 p.m.


Join Jewish Life at Duke to celebrate the first night of Hanukkah! President Vincent Price, Campus Rabbi and Jewish Chaplain Elana Friedman, and students will light the candles together.

SOM Academic New Faculty Orientation: History of Duke and Durham

January 10 • 1-3 p.m.

Searle Center Lecture Hall


This impactful seminar outlines key pieces of Duke's history in the context of its community, exploring important issues around race and health disparities. A reception will follow.

Student National Medical Association (SNMA) Martin Luther King Jr. Banquet

January 14 • 6 p.m.

Great Hall, Trent Semans Center


The School of Medicine's 30th annual MLK SNMA banquet will feature a keynote presentation by Loren Robinson, MD, CMO & VP of Medical Affairs, CHRISTUS Health. Email [email protected] for more information.

2023 Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration

January 15 • 3 p.m.

Duke Chapel


Join members of the Duke and Durham community to honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Mikki Kendall, a writer and diversity consultant, will deliver the keynote address.

Seventh Annual National Day of Racial Healing

January 17

 

Save the date for the National Day of Racial Healing, which is part of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation’s Truth, Racial, Healing & Transformation efforts. The event features a primetime town hall airing across MSNBC and Noticias Telemundo platforms in English and in Spanish.

2023 Getting Back to Basics Learning Series: Conversations with Leadership

February 1 • 9-10 a.m.

Classroom 3, Trent Semans Center 

 

Speaker Johnna Frierson, PhD, Associate Dean of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion for the Basic Sciences, discusses how she’s partnering with faculty to advance EDI in the Basic Science community at Duke.

The Samuel DuBois Cook Society 2023 Awards Dinner

February 13 • 5:30 p.m.

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

 

Join us to celebrate the life of Dr. Samuel DuBois Cook and recognize community members who follow Dr. Cook's example of social activism and leadership.

2023 LGBT Health Workforce Conference

April 20-22

413 East 69th St., New York City, New York


Sponsored by the Building the Next Generation of Academic Physicians Initiative, this conference is designed for health professionals, educators, and students. CME credit available. Free virtual registration for undergraduate and graduate students until Jan. 13.

Visit the Duke Events Calendar for a listing of EDI events across campus

medschool.duke.edu/EDI

For questions or story suggestions, email the EDI Team

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