Imaging Disparities in Radiology
What are the factors that impact imaging disparities, and how can these imaging disparities be overcome for better health outcomes?
Diagnostic Error Disparities
What does a holistic examination of diagnostic error disparities look like? Medical researchers from The Society to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine (SIDM) and Johns Hopkins University examined and attacked the question head-on.
Disparities in Echocardiography and Solutions for Heart Health Care
What kind of diagnostic testing disparities in race, age, and sex are patients up against for obtaining echocardiograms in the U.S., and how can heart health outcomes be overcome?
Diagnostic Testing Inequities in Men | What Factors Contribute?
What factors contribute to diagnostic testing inequities in men? Dr. Kyle Riding discusses social and cultural factors for men and ways to change male thinking about health care.
Is Diagnostic Testing the Hidden Gem of Healthcare?
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How Can Unconscious Bias Lead to Misdiagnosis?
How can misdiagnosis result from unconscious bias? Dr. Brandy Gunsolus and Dr. Dana Powell Baker share their perspectives and personal medical experiences with bias.
How Do Viruses Change to Create Outbreaks?
How do viral outbreaks emerge from evolving viruses? Expert Dr. Rodney Rohde explains factors that cause viruses to adapt.
How Can Racial and Ethnic Differences Be Reflected Accurately in Clinical Practice?
How can clinical practice be an accurate reflection of racial and ethnic differences? Dr. Brandy Gunsolus and Dr. Dana Powell Baker share their perspectives.
How Is Race Used in Laboratory Medicine Practices?
How have laboratory medicine practices used race-based corrections? Dr. Brandy Gunsolus discusses race-based corrections, patient impacts, and where things stand today.
How Can Laboratory Medicine Practices Be Corrected More Quickly?
What are some ways that laboratory medicine practiced might be corrected more quickly? Dr. Brandy Gunsolus and Dr. Dana Powell Baker share their perspectives.
Improving Kidney Health | A Breakthrough in Urine Testing
Urine samples play a crucial role in assessing the health of your kidneys and detecting conditions like diabetes, urinary tract infections, and kidney disease. But how accurate are these tests, and what if there was a way to make them even better?
Are There Diagnostic Testing Inequities in Rural Areas?
Does rural medicine present its own diagnostic testing issues or its own set of inequities? Do individuals in rural or remote areas come at a disadvantage when accessing these necessary diagnostic tests? Hear from respected medical laboratory scientist Dr. Brandy Gunsolus.
Diagnostics Decoded | Lab Values and Ethnicity
Respected medical laboratory scientists Dr. Brandy Gunsolus and Dr. Dana Baker discuss the complex interplay between lab values and ethnicity.
Solutions for Diagnostic Testing Issues for Transgender Patients
How can diagnostic testing issues for transgender patients be overcome? Dr. Brandy Gunsolus shares where research on reference ranges stands and hopes for future solutions.
Diagnostic Testing and Impact on LGBTQIA Community
Is there research or data focused on health testing disparities impacting the LGBTQIA community? How can LGBTQIA communities best advocate for themselves?
Blood Test Shows Aging of Organs
If a simple blood test could show how your internal organs are aging, would you want to know? A recent study revealed information that could assist healthcare professionals in providing vital care sooner for patients with a rapidly aging organ.
What Is a Lab Test Reference Range and How Are They Determined?
Are there some lab ranges under scrutiny that may require further research? How do I understand my normal? Dr. Brandy Gunsolus explains.
What Is the Impact of Unconscious Bias on Laboratory Diagnostics and Health Outcomes?
Can unconscious bias impact laboratory diagnostics and health outcomes? Dr. Marilyn Bibbs Freeman discusses unconscious bias and solutions toward improved health outcomes.
Improving Visibility of Laboratory Scientists and Healthcare Professionals
How can laboratory scientists and healthcare professionals become more visible to patient communities? Dr. Marilyn Bibbs Freeman shares insight.
Enhancing Health Laboratory Research Through DEIA
How can diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) help enhance health laboratory research? Dr. Marilyn Bibbs Freeman shares insight about DEIA efforts.