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Silent Frustration: When Nursing Opened My Eyes To Racism

Silent Frustration: When Nursing Opened My Eyes To Racism

By: Dr. Tiffany C. Brown
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 Summary In the inaugural episode of the 'You Belong in Here' podcast, Dr. Tiffany C. Brown shares her personal journey as a nurse and the challenges of facing racism in the healthcare profession. She discusses her motivations for starting the podcast, the impact of racism on mental health, and the importance of confronting both individual and systemic racism in nursing. The episode aims to empower listeners by sharing personal stories and encouraging open discussions about racial disparities in healthcare. Resources: Antiracism resources: https://www.aamc.org/about-us/equity-diversity-inclusion/anti-racism-resources https://med.stanford.edu/diversity/programs/anti-racism-resources.html https://diversity.berkeley.edu/anti-racism-resources https://www.cuimc.columbia.edu/about-us/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-cuimc/staff-diversity-equity-inclusion/staff-dei-resources/anti-racism-and-racial-equality-resources Brooks Carthon JM, Aponte R, Mason A, Nikpour J. "I had become fed up": A qualitative study of Black nurse practitioners' experiences fighting against health inequity, racism, and burnout. J Am Assoc Nurse Pract. 2023 Nov 1;35(11):708-716. doi: 10.1097/JXX.0000000000000936. PMID: 37728526; PMCID: PMC10615672. Study Shows Substantial Racism In Nursing https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/workforce/racism-in-nursing/national-commission-to-address-racism-in-nursing/survey-shows-substantial-racism-in-nursing/2025 Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Social Sciences
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    Guest: Dr. Michael L. Jones

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    Pearls of Wisdom: Persistence is key; don't let anyone stop you. Seek mentorship and be proactive in driving those relationships. Representation matters; be the change you want to see.

    Call to Action: If you found this episode inspiring, please like, subscribe, and share it with others. Tune in for more episodes exploring equity in the workplace and healthcare.

    Hashtags: #NursingLeadership #DiversityInHealthcare #MentorshipMatters

    Listen on: Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts

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