Healthy immigrant effect (HIE): positive selection of migrants based on SES, education and health characteristics
Study in @AmJGastro by @sayednaw and @Jenn_Flemming shows example of HIE in cirrhosis among immigrants to Canada
https://t.co/zjZ6T7Bu8v
What an awesome time at #TLM22 in Washington DC this weekend where I had the chance to meet my fellow Emerging Liver Scholars!
Big thank you to @AASLDFoundation@AASLDtweets and @Jenn_Flemming for such an incredible opportunity!
The following resource provides educational material and simple instructions on contacting your local MP for international support. https://t.co/FbLGK745rI
As a Canadian physician born to #Afghan refugees a year after their emigration, I have long struggled with my cultural identity. I have experienced the warm embrace of a nation offering support for my family in a time of financial and emotional need, but have also experienced and
Amazing to see what 3 days in office has done to protect minority groups, the environment, and expedite vaccine distribution. Iโm hopeful these orders will come to fruition. https://t.co/sz7iXL2MQ6
As the only Black medical student at Queenโs that has been admitted through QuARMS, I appreciate changes to make this program more equitable. However, I am conscious of the realities of racism at this institution and the stigma of this program (much of which, is deserved).
Very excited to see the QuARMS program is finally being used to support marginalized groups. This is long overdue and an important first step for our shortcomings in medical education.
Queenโs Accelerated Route to Medical School is unique in Canada, providing a pathway to med school for high school students. Going forward, its 10 seats will be designated for Black Canadians & Indigenous peoples. Read about this exciting change: https://t.co/SKBXBn0xpT