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On the two year anniversary of the Dobbs decision (overturning Roe v. Wade and leaving it up to the states to decide if abortion is legal), HealthAdvocateX is hosting this month’s Community Conversation about the impact of the Dobbs decision on women’s health care in the United States. As a non-political organization, you might wonder why we selected this topic? I have been reflecting back about the founding of HealthAdvocateX in 2012 (as the Washington State Health Advocacy Association – WASHAA) and what we set out to do at the beginning. We sought to help forge a new field where patients and families could get assistance to navigate the maze of our health care system, according to what was best for themselves, not what the healthcare system picked for them. Our organization has consistently supported individuals being able to access the care they need and deserve and to educate and make more visible areas that are often misunderstood, not highly resources or are not equitably available. We believe that ALL people deserve the right to access and utilize healthcare.
That is why after spending two years exploring our values in 2022, we published our IDEA statement and in 2023 we launched the XCenter Series on Transgender Care.
We hope you will join us for our Community Conversation to learn more about how the Dobbs decision is affecting women’s healthcare and why this particular decision is costly ALL of us dearly in terms of unequal impact on healthcare resources and presenting increased barriers to equitable access to care.
In the meantime, here is wishing you and your loved ones a happy and safe Independence Day holiday.
Robin Shapiro and the Team at HealthAdvocateX
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When: July 8, 2024 | 11am – 12pm (PT)
Where: Online via Zoom (Register Here)
Cost: FREE! Also available for 1.0 BCPA CE
The Dobbs Decision has significantly impacted women’s health care, particularly in states with abortion restrictions. Medical school and Ob/gyn residency applications have declined in these states, contributing to a shortage of practitioners. This exodus of Ob/gyns from already under-served areas like Idaho, Texas, and Louisiana exacerbates healthcare disparities. Additionally, the decision threatens the availability of infertility and cancer care in these regions, further complicating women’s access to comprehensive medical services. Join HealthAdvocateX for an educational discussion of this topic.
Learning Objectives:
- Since Dobbs, fewer students are applying to medical schools in abortion-restricted states
- 2. The same is true for Ob/gyn residency applicants
- Ob/gyn’s are leaving practices in already under-served areas (Idaho, Texas, Louisiana)
- 3. Infertility and cancer care are also at risk in abortion-restricted states
CE will be ethics and general knowledge
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 |  | Lisa M. Barroilhet, M.D. – Dr. Barroilhet is an Associate Professor with tenure in the department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She completed her four-year residency in obstetrics and gynecology at University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. After finishing her residency in 2009, she completed her three-year clinical and research fellowship in gynecologic oncology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Barroilhet joined the University of Wisconsin Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in 2012, where she currently serves as the director of translational research. She previously served as the interim chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology in 2022. She has been the recipient of the NCI Clinical Care Team Leadership Award, a K12 career development award, and is currently a GOG Scholar Investigator. Her laboratory is currently funded by the NIH and focuses on the use of small molecule inhibitors to prevent ovarian cancer.
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When: July 18, 2024 | 5pm – 6:30pm (PT)
Where: Online via Zoom (Register Here)
Cost: Professional Members of HealthAdvocateX, in good standing, the event is free to attend. Non-members the cost is $40. It is also available for 1.0 BCPA CE for $15.
This case review highlights crucial teaching points: not all cancers are terminal, emphasizing the importance of individualized prognosis and hope. It underscores the necessity of aligning treatment plans with the patient’s wishes, ensuring their autonomy and comfort. Additionally, it advocates for routine psychiatric evaluations for patients enduring long hospital stays, addressing mental health to enhance overall patient care and outcomes.
Learning Objectives:
1) One cannot assume all cancer diagnosis by name as there are certain subtypes with different outcomes.
2) Clients’ wishes of treatment always come first, even before family/doctor/advocate.
3) Always ask if a psych evaluation would be beneficial for a client with a long hospital stay.
4) If a client continues to have a recurrent infection, ask for an explanation.
CE will be in Mental Health, General Education and Ethics
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Dr. Chris Price practiced as a general cardiologist for over 20 years until he retired in 2017. While working at The Everett Clinic and EvergreenHealth, he served in leadership positions including Department Chair and Director of Non-Invasive Cardiology. He has always been a dedicated patient advocate, whether that was for his own patients or his family friends. After experiencing a personal health issue that led to his early retirement, he became even more interested in patient advocacy and started his own business, Call Doctor Chris, to continue this passion and serve others in Washington state and beyond. He received his MD from Creighton University School of Medicine and his BS from Santa Clara University.
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Join Us at the Healthcare Advocate Summit This September!
Exciting news! HealthAdvocateX will be at the Healthcare Advocate Summit this September, and we can't wait to connect with you. Be sure to visit us at our booth to learn more about our latest community updates and membership offerings.
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Are you a Professional Member presenting, participating in a panel, or hosting/sponsoring an activity at the conference? We want to hear all about it! Share your details with us at info@HealthAdvocateX.org. We’ll reach out to learn more about how HealthAdvocateX can support and promote you. Plus, we'll feature your speech or event in our September e-newsletter, giving it the spotlight it deserves!
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Last year we launched a five-part educational series on Transgender Advocacy that is now available for viewing and is also approved for Justice Equity Diversity and Inclusion (J.E.D.I.)/Ethics continuing education for Board Certified Patient Advocates. The concept behind these centers is to provide credible, understandable and actionable information on a variety of topics through the lens of health advocacy. Our first topic: Transgender Advocacy 101.
A Special Thank You
A very special thank you to Dr. Malynnda Johnson and our esteemed panelists, Kim Mcilnay, Quin Buhs, Molly Crowther, and Nancy Keller, who provided profound insights on Transgender care.
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XCenter Completion Badge
Professional CE participants of the event had the opportunity to receive an exclusive badge, which can be displayed on your profile, website, or professional platforms, signifying your completion of the XCenter Transgender Advocacy 101 event.
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It's Not Too Late
Missed the event? Don't worry! You can now purchase the content of these modules and on-demand discussions. We believe in equal access for all; if purchasing causes financial hardship, non-CE tickets are available. Reach out to info@healthadvocatex.org for assistance.
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Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA) Statement | |
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OUR COMMITMENT
Approved by the Board September 21, 2022
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA) Statement
Our mission is to help people transform into active participants and partners in their own health care. To make this possible, we must advocate for inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) for all individuals.
We recognize that:
- Racism is a public health issue that impacts various intersections and communities differently.
- Each person is unique and therefore experiences health care differently.
- Every individual deserves health advocacy regardless of their race, ethnicity, language, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, spiritual practice, financial status, education, geography, disability, mental and physical status, age, weight, substance use disorder or other factors.
- Our organization is uniquely positioned to raise awareness on IDEA in health and health care.
We are committed to:
- Raising awareness about the importance of IDEA in health and health advocacy in all aspects of care.
- Expanding diverse representation within our organization, expert presenters, and educational offerings.
- Intentionally messaging our values, sharing IDEA expectations for ourselves, affiliated advocates, and partnering groups.
- Creating space for respectful dialogue about representation, equitable access, and inclusive practices in health care and health advocacy.
- Educating our community and participating in opportunities about IDEA events and exercises to keep these issues in the forefront of our work.
- Implementing systems to ensure IDEA is pervasive in our organization.
We will reflect on our accomplishments with humility and grace. We will recognize our limitations and remain open to what we may not see or realize so that we can improve and or repair any harm.
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HealthAdvocateX is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. We acknowledge that we are on the traditional land of the first people of Seattle, the Duwamish People past and present, and honor with gratitude the land itself and the Duwamish Tribe. We invite you to join us in acknowledging and thanking indigenous people for their ongoing stewardship wherever you are located.
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Land Acknowledgement Challenge
Will you help us? We invite YOU to research and submit the name of the people, your location and how you would word your own personal land acknowledgement. Our Board will be selecting and reading land acknowledgements from across the country at our Monthly Board Meetings. You can submit it here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/hadvx-land-acknowledgement
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