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Barriers To The Use Of Palliative And Hospice Care Among The Latino Population, Diana Ramirez
Barriers To The Use Of Palliative And Hospice Care Among The Latino Population, Diana Ramirez
Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations
Patients suffering from irreversible and terminal illnesses may benefit from the services provided by Palliative and Hospice Care to control any symptom burden and assist in navigating complex medical decisions. Many patients may express hesitation in accepting and enrolling to this service due to misconceptions. Language barriers may add an additional layer of complexity. This study explored the challenges Palliative Care providers encounter when introducing concept of hospice to Spanish-speaking patients their families for the first time. This study implemented qualitative research methods by using semi-structured one-on-one interviews. Ten members of an In-patient Palliative Care Team at a University Hospital …
Investigating The Experience Of Underrepresented Groups Applying To Genetic Counseling Training Programs, Enas Louzy-Hanna
Investigating The Experience Of Underrepresented Groups Applying To Genetic Counseling Training Programs, Enas Louzy-Hanna
Human Genetics Theses
The genetic counseling profession admitted to its lack of diversification more than 3 decades ago. However, even with the combined efforts of the profession’s top organizations, the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC), the Association of Genetic Counseling Program Directors (AGCPD), and their members, the status of more than 90% homogenous majority workforce has persisted. It is judicious for the genetic counseling profession to rectify the inequity and unfairness aimed at discounted underrepresented groups within its own profession. Since the NSGC prioritized diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) issues in 2019, multiple studies have focused on revealing the barriers interfering with …