February 2025
Welcome to Diversity Now, AAIM’s quarterly newsletter dedicated to sharing the latest diversity, equity, and inclusion resources in academic internal medicine and beyond.
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This statement was previously published on February 13, 2025.
Dear Colleagues:
On behalf of the Alliance for Academic Internal Medicine (AAIM), thank you for your support. In these times of unprecedented uncertainty and change, we write to remind you that the Alliance remains fully committed to its mission and vision; namely, that as the home of medical education and research, AAIM promotes the advancement and professional development of its members.
The Alliance is committed to working with our collaborative partners, including but not limited to AAMC, ABIM, ACP, ACGME, Intealth, Research!America, and the subspecialty societies, to help faculty and staff at member institutions negotiate the perpetually changing landscape and continue to provide the world-class education, research, and clinical care which is the hallmark of US academic internal medicine.
AAIM leadership and staff are monitoring the environment closely and watching for opportunities to collaborate with partners to support our members through these uncertain times.
Again, we appreciate your support of the Alliance and the community we have all built. We remain Even Better Together.
Sincerely,
Polly and Shobhi
Polly E. Parsons, MD, MACP, FCCP, ATSF
AAIM President and CEO
Shobhina G. Chheda, MD, FACP, MPH
Chair, AAIM Board of Directors
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February Is Black History Month
Founded by Carter G. Woodson, PhD, and the Association for the Study of African American Life and History, Black History Month recognizes and celebrates African American life, history, and culture. It is a time for reflection on the past and a recognition of ongoing efforts toward equity.
In celebration of Black History Month, learn more about the innovators who have worked tirelessly to advance the field of health and medicine.
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New Data on Medical School Applicants and Enrollment in 2024
According to an AAMC report for the 2024-2025 academic year, there were gains in applicants among two groups historically underrepresented in medicine: Black or African American (up 2.8%), and Hispanic, Latino, or of Spanish origin (up 2.2%). Moreover, for the sixth year in a row, women made up the majority of applicants, matriculants, and total enrollment. However, matriculants from all groups that are historically underrepresented in medicine declined compared to 2023 data.
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Best Practices for Mentoring Across Differences
In this episode of the Curbsiders Teach podcast, O. N. Ray Bignall, II, MD, discusses effective strategies for mentoring across differences in academic medicine. He emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing the unique challenges that come with mentoring diverse individuals, including those from underrepresented backgrounds. Key takeaways include fostering an inclusive mentoring relationship, building trust, and promoting cultural humility. |
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Academic Internal Medicine Week 2025
Join us at Academic Internal Medicine Week 2025 (AIMW25) for a substantive diversity, equity, and inclusion content track, and be on the lookout for the Alliance Women L.E.A.D. open forum and networking lunch; both are open to all attendees. Register by February 26 to secure the early bird rate!
Additionally, the AIMW25 Community Initiative will support Covenant House, the largest charity in North and Central America providing vital services to young people facing homelessness and survivors of trafficking. Learn more about how you can help AAIM support Covenant House here.
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