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Monday, March 6, 12 noon– Connecting with the Indigenous Community on Oral Health
A thoughtful discussion around the contributions of the Indigenous Community in oral medicine will kick off this year’s Diversity Week Lunch and Learn series. Join us for an engaging conversation with guest speakers: Dr. Brian Swann, Linda Coombs, and Bettina Washington. Hear from esteemed elders of the Wampanoag community on matters relating to history, culture, and contributions to the practice oral medicine. Learn more
Monday, March 6, 6pm– Opening Reception
Join us for a festive opening reception featuring cultural dance performances, refreshments, and a keynote by Dr. Rueben C. Warren, professor and director of the Tuskegee National Center for Bioethics. Registration is required to attend. Learn more
Tuesday, March 7, 12 noon–LGBTQIA+ Considerations in Patient Care
HSDM will welcome Quincey J. Roberts, Sr., a leader on LGBTQIA+ advocacy from the Boston Mayor’s Office, for a conversation on LGBTQIA+ considerations in patient care. We'll learn how we can further support and foster an inclusive culture for all who walk through HSDM's doors and clinics. Learn more
Wednesday, March 8, 12 noon– Mental Health and Wellness in Dentistry
Dr. Huong Le will discuss health equity, dental care, and behavioral health. As a community, HSDM will have the opportunity to engage in thoughtful discussions around these important topics with an international expert on mental health and wellness in dentistry. Learn more
Thursday, March 9, 12 noon–Considerations for Patients Observing Ramadan
Harvard University’s Muslim Chaplain, Khalil Abdur-Rashid will lead a discussion on considerations for patients observing Ramadan. This year, Ramadan begins in mid-March and will be observed by a number of individuals in the community. The HSDM community can learn about helpful ways we can support members of the community for whom this holiday is observed by fasting. Learn more
Friday, March 10, 12 noon–Gaining Perspective on the Deaf Population and Dentistry
Dr. Joseph Samona will close the week’s Lunch and Learn series with a presentation on the deaf population and dentistry. Dr. Samona will share personal experiences and perspectives that will guide an important discussion around ways in which we can develop cultural dexterity in the practice of caring for individuals who are deaf and/or hard-of-hearing. Learn more
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