Rylee Betchkal

[The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative @DocsWith]

1/6 🎧 Episode 107: Reflections

The final episode of our 6-part series on suicide in medical training is here. John and Jennifer Ruddell reflect on grief, healing, and the power of sharing their son Jack’s story to advocate for systemic change.

Episode 107: https://t.co/IZ7wQ7oE2Y
#DocsWithDisabilities #MedEd
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[The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative @DocsWith]

Jack Ruddell's story is a heartbreaking reminder of the mental health challenges in medical education.

His parents share his story & call for systemic change in in this powerful @JAMAInternalMed piece:

https://t.co/3J0ZUg804M

#MentalHealthMatters #MedEd #SuicidePrevention

[The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative @DocsWith]

Disability inclusion in nursing starts with data! 📊

Our benchmark study in @JAMANetworkOpen quantifies disability representation & accommodations in US BSN programs—revealing insights that may surprise you.

👉: https://t.co/m3YecXnsm0

 #NursingEd #NursingEducation

[The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative @DocsWith]

📢 New Research on Nursing & Disability in @JAMANetworkOpen

8.4% of BSN students report disabilities

Psychological disabilities & ADHD are most common

Very few clinical accommodations

https://t.co/GLKbh4BkHE

#NursingEd #NursingEducation

[JAMA Network Open @JAMANetworkOpen]

This study estimates 8.4% of nursing students in US BSN programs have disabilities, compared to 5.9% in medical schools. https://t.co/yWMDX7hB7i @Meekslisa

[American Psychological Association @APA]

Psychologists, with their deep understanding of human behavior and diversity science, are in a prime position to dismantle systemic barriers and promote justice.

These APA resources provide concrete suggestions to help researchers implement these steps: https://t.co/45EuPF9gMg

[The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative @DocsWith]

New @DocsWith Lab paper on #Disability disclosure & #Accommodation use in MD schools before & during #COVID.

@meekslisa @KarinaP_Lima @MissyPlegue @BonnieSwenorPhD Rylee Betchkal, Ben Case & K Herzer via @JAMANetworkOpen.

A #DocsWithDisabilities 🧵

https://t.co/aSaLd3snwV

[The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative @DocsWith]

📢 New Findings from @MytienTNguyen @meekslisa @ZoieSheets @KarinaP_Lima Rylee Betchkal, @cjmoreland @DowinHugh show that students with disabilities match with residency programs at lower rates https://t.co/TXg9aWvGBD

#DocsWithDisabilities #MedTwitter

[Mytien Nguyen @MytienTNguyen]

Grateful for our collaborative research team @DowinHugh @meekslisa @cjmoreland @ZoieSheets @KarinaP_Lima Rylee Betchkal

[The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative @DocsWith]

New Paper Alert: @JAMA_current by the dynamic team of @MytienTNguyen @DowinHugh @meekslisa @cjmoreland @ZoieSheets @KarinaP_Lima and Rylee Betchkal. Congrats to all. 🎉

The work to support #DocsWithDisabilities in #MedEd is growing and critical to creating a pathway where learners thrive across the #UME to #GME pathway.

[The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative @DocsWith]

🗣️"I loved med school, I loved residency, and I love the research that I get to do but............."

Ep. 104 explores the hidden cost of #MedEd and how we can reshape the culture of medicine. #DocsWithDisabilities

🎧or 📕here: https://t.co/feT6d8fYEv

[The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative @DocsWith]

Ep. 104 of the @Docswith🎙️series explores the relentless pressure in #MedEd—a marathon you can’t stop running. "You just keep going because failure isn’t an option, and there's no time to breathe."

👉https://t.co/feT6d8fYEv
#SuicidePrevention #DocsWithDisabilities

[The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative @DocsWith]

7/10 Jack's story is a poignant reminder of the need for systemic change. His parents and friends highlight the importance of creating a safe environment for students to seek help without fear of retribution. 🛡️ #MentalHealthSupport #MedEd

🔗https://t.co/DQbTtnnI9D

[The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative @DocsWith]

9/10 Engage with the full episode to understand the duality of joy and struggle in Jack's life, and how we can better support our medical trainees. 🎧 #MentalHealth #MedEd

🔗https://t.co/DQbTtnnI9D

[The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative @DocsWith]

8/10 This episode is part of a broader series by the @docswith podcast. We encourage medical schools to use this as a resource for meaningful change. 🌍 #DocsWithDisabilities #MedEd

🔗https://t.co/DQbTtnnak5

[The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative @DocsWith]

🎙️ New Podcast Episode Alert! 🎙️

1/10 Trigger Warning: Suicide. This episode addresses sensitive topics including mental health issues, depression, and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, contact 988 for help. #MedEd

🔗https://t.co/DQbTtnnak5

[Medical Students with Disability & Chronic Illness @MSDCINational]

This is a wholesome, moving, heartening, and heart-wrenching listen.

Such important work being done by the @DocsWith team.

Please listen only as you feel able.
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[988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline @988Lifeline]

Cultural sensitivity is key to effective #mentalhealth support. Let's celebrate #diversity and provide culturally competent care for all. Together, we can create a more supportive and inclusive community. Visit https://t.co/0hkjG1nmuz for resources. #SuicidePreventionMonth #SPM24

[The DocsWithDisabilities Initiative @DocsWith]

Our new episode (4th in the series) explores actionable solutions for creating safe environments in #MedEd.

🎧or 📕 to understand how we can create healthier environments for future physicians.

👉https://t.co/uw5DykSgM8

#MentalHealth #MedTwitter #DocsWithDisabilities