On Demand Webinar: Practicing Cultural Competence and Cultural Humility in Epilepsy Care Settings-On Demand Webinar: Practicing Cultural Competence and Cultural Humility in Epilepsy Care Settings

On Demand Webinar: Practicing Cultural Competence and Cultural Humility in Epilepsy Care Settings

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The webinar focused on enhancing cultural competence and humility in epilepsy care. Participants were introduced to technical features like adjusting audio and using the Q&A box for inquiries. Dr. Elaine Kierkegaard-Colophos introduced the session, highlighting the significance of understanding cultural nuances to provide inclusive healthcare. Dr. Elizabeth Felton, a neurology expert, discussed key topics including cultural competence, a term that acknowledges and respects cultural differences, and cultural humility, which emphasizes ongoing self-evaluation and redressing power imbalances in healthcare settings.<br /><br />Dr. Felton emphasized the importance of understanding the diverse backgrounds of patients, particularly as physician diversity lags behind the increasingly diverse U.S. population. She discussed the implications of implicit biases on patient care and the necessity of reflecting on these biases to improve healthcare outcomes. The discussion included demographic disparities among neurologists and patients, stressing the need for a representative healthcare workforce.<br /><br />Practical strategies were shared, such as engaging in self-reflection, focusing on equitable patient interaction, and adopting culturally sensitive communication. The session concluded with a call for collaboration in addressing health disparities by acknowledging and bridging cultural differences, ensuring patient-centered epilepsy care.

Keywords

cultural competence

cultural humility

epilepsy care

inclusive healthcare

implicit biases

diverse backgrounds

health disparities

self-reflection

culturally sensitive communication