Julia
Belkowitz,
MD, M.P.H., F.A.A.P.
Assistant Dean for Student Affairs
University of Miami
Dr. Belkowitz received her bachelor’s degree in psychology at the University of Michigan and her medical degree at Jefferson Medical College. She completed her pediatric internship and residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital, and is currently an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine (UMMSM). At UMMSM, Dr. Belkowitz serves as the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs. Her other responsibilities also include serving as an advisor for students completing their public health capstone experiences. Dr. Belkowitz also works to raise awareness about the issue of caregiving youth through mentorship of trainees, advocacy and research.
Presenting at the Nexus Summit:
Two cases were developed based on lived experiences from a multicultural interprofessional faculty team. Students were assigned prereading on microaggressions, use of race correction in clinical algorithms, and racial bias in clinical measures. In a large group session, guidelines for respectful discussion were established. Next, 52 medical students and 88 nursing students were placed in mixed small groups in breakout rooms. The first case centered on microaggressions impacting a patient and a member of the interprofessional team. The second case explored inappropriate clinical management…