Racial Disparities in Healthcare are Pervasive

The video discusses healthcare disparities, focusing on implicit bias in clinical decision-making and its impact on minority patients, particularly African Americans. It reviews studies showing implicit preferences for white patients and highlights systematic reviews on implicit bias among healthcare professionals. The video also covers disparities in healthcare outcomes, factors contributing to these disparities, and recommendations for improvement. Despite some progress, significant disparities remain, emphasizing the need for continued efforts to address these issues.

In what ways do cultural or language barriers affect physicians' ability to diagnose minority patients accurately?

What recommendations did the Institute of Medicine make to address healthcare disparities?

What evidence is there to suggest that healthcare disparities still exist today?