Systemic Racism, How to Create Change and More with, Dr. Chika Oriuwa
Quick Show Notes – Systemic Racism, How to Create Change and More with, Dr. Chika Oriuwa
Dr. Chika Oriuwa is a hero, an advocate, and an amazing role model.
She has overcome a tremendous amount of adversity despite just starting her first year of residency.
In this powerful episode, we cover:
-Racism in healthcare.
-Her experience with racism in healthcare.
-The impact of systemic racism.
-The importance of black physicians to be role models and mentor black youth.
Dr. Chika Oriuwa is a graduate of the University of Toronto, Faculty of Medicine, where she completed her medical degree and master of science in health systems leadership and innovation. She was named the valedictorian of her graduating class of medical doctors and is the first Black woman to be recognized as sole valedictorian, and the first woman in 14 years. She is a first-year resident doctor in psychiatry at the University of Toronto. Chika was the only black person in her medical program in her class of over 250!
Leading Women in Science 2018: Chika Oriuwa Spoken Word:
Oriuwa’s valedictory address:
Resources:
BetterHelp.com – Sign up today and use Discount code “solvinghealthcare”
Solving Healthcare Merchandise – Proceeds are going to The Ottawa Food Bank
Outro music by 12 year old sensation, Mason Hartwick, 736 Blues in G!
About Dr. Chika Oriuwa:
Chika Stacy Oriuwa is a Canadian physician, professional spoken word artist, and an advocate for medical education reform as it pertains to discrimination in medicine and the intersection of race and gender in medicine.
Website: https://talkboutique.com/speaker
Twitter: https://twitter.com/chikastacypoet
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkboutiqueinc/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talk_boutique/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/10447960
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