The UNL Health Disparities Grand Challenges team invites you to the second symposium, “Enhancing Health Equity,” a vital event focused on addressing and reducing health disparities among minority, rural, low-income, and underserved populations in Nebraska. The symposium will be held on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at the Wick Alumni Center on the UNL City Campus, with an option to participate online.
This dynamic event will bring together leading experts from various fields to share their research and practical strategies for fostering equitable health outcomes. Attendees will have the chance to engage with thought leaders, participate in panel discussions and breakout sessions, and network with peers. Complimentary lunch will be available for all in-person attendees.
Keynote Speakers and Sessions:
• Dr. Liliana Bronner, PhD, MHSA, MBA – Assistant Dean, Medical Pathway Initiatives, UNMC College of Medicine
"iEXCEL Community Outreach & Engagement"
• Michael Hollins, MPA, MA – Associate Executive Director, Community & Business Strategy, iEXCEL – Academic Affairs, UNMC
"Statewide Simulation & Next-Gen Healthcare Education"
• Nikki Carritt, MPH – Assistant Vice Chancellor for Health Workforce Education Relations, UNMC
"Rural Healthcare Workforce Development Program"
• Dr. David Palm, PhD – Director, UNMC Center for Health Policy
"Telehealth Provision in Nebraska"
• Dr. Michelle Krehbiel, PhD – Youth Development Specialist, UNL Extension
"Youth Health Equity Project"
• Jessie Coffey, MS, RDN – Director, Whole Child Program, Nebraska Department of Education
"Nebraska Native Youth Gathering Program"
• Dr. Siobahn Westcott, MD, MPH – Professor of American Indian Health, UNMC; Director, Nebraska HEALING Project
"Increasing Native Healthcare Workers"
Event Details:
• Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024
• Time: 8:45 AM to 4:00 PM CST
• Location: Wick Alumni Center, UNL City Campus, or Online
Register Now to be part of this important event and help shape the future of health equity!
More details at: https://cms.unl.edu/journalism/health-disparities/symposium-2-enhancing-health-equity/