Implicit biases are the unconscious stereotypes and attitudes that we develop toward certain groups of people. Research suggests that implicit biases contribute to health disparities by affecting patient relationships and care decisions.
The following resources will allow participants to examine implicit bias in healthcare settings, understand how it contributes to health disparities, and learn practical strategies for mitigating the effects. The resources also provide an introduction on how to be an ally and leader in diversity, equity, inclusion, and health equity.
The MMA offers both public and private implicit bias training for healthcare organizations.
Registration Open!
The next Implicit Bias workshop is on November 6, 2023 from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm CT. In the two-hour interactive workshop, participants will examine implicit bias in healthcare settings, understand how it contributes to health disparities, and learn practical strategies for mitigating the effects. 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ are available.
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Private Workshops
The MMA is now offering private workshops for healthcare organizations to make implicit bias training available to their physicians and healthcare providers. The workshop can be booked for a convenient time and date, and participation will be limited to those within your organization.
To book this workshop for your organization, please contact Haley Brickner, health equity coordinator.
The Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Minnesota Medical Association designates each live activity for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Disclosures - The members of the faculty and planning committee for these activities have indicated that they have no relevant financial relationships to disclose related to the content of the CME activity.
Health Equity in Minnesota: An Overview (Recommended Primer)
This enduring activity will provide an overview of the state of health equity in Minnesota and review factors that affect healthcare outcomes. It will introduce tools to help our society move towards health equity.
Understanding and Minimizing Implicit Bias in Healthcare (Part I)
In this webinar, participants will examine implicit bias in healthcare settings, understand how it contributes to health disparities, and learn strategies to address it.
Recommended Prerequisite: Health Equity in Minnesota: An Overview
Best Practices & Strategies for Mitigating Implicit Bias (Part II)
We review the concept of implicit bias and how it impacts healthcare in this webinar. This module further explores best practices and practical strategies for addressing and minimizing implicit bias.
Recommended Prerequisites: Health Equity in Minnesota: An Overview, Understanding and Minimizing Implicit Bias in Healthcare
Leading on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Part III)
With an understanding of health disparities and implicit bias, this module presents ways that we can be allies in diversity, equity, inclusion and take a leadership stance on health equity.
Recommended Prerequisites: Health Equity in Minnesota: An Overview, Understanding and Minimizing Implicit Bias in Healthcare, Best Practices & Strategies for Mitigating Implicit Bias
The Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Minnesota Medical Association has approved these enduring materials for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Disclosures - The members of the faculty and planning committee for these activities have indicated that they have no relevant financial relationships to disclose related to the content of the CME activity.
These resources are made possible by generous support from UCare.