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Categories of Disability in Medical Education: Understanding Documentation and Accommodations
This Access in Medicine video explores the main categories of disability commonly disclosed in medical education. Designed for Disability Resource Professionals, faculty, and institutional leaders, the video demonstrates:
-Common disability categories seen in health professions education
-Types of documentation students may provide to support accommodation requests
-Examples of accommodations frequently used to promote equitable access


Transcript Accuracy of Premedical Medical School Lectures
This talk explores a critical but often overlooked component of educational accessibility: transcript accuracy in pre-recorded lectures.


Aligning Technical Standards with 21st Century Medical Education
Technical standards have been identified as a barrier to medical school admissions for individuals with disabilities. This webinar is design


Chapter: Technical Standards
This chapter on Technical Standards is from L. M. Meeks, L. Neal-Boylan (eds.), Disability as Diversity, https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-4


New Podcast Episode: As California Goes, So Goes the Nation: Dean’s Edition
We have just released a new episode of our podcast, and it's a conversation you won't want to miss! In this episode, we dive deep into...


NBME Guide for Requesting Accommodations Webinar 3
Assisting students with crafting the personal statement Description: The personal statement is the student’s only opportunity to...


NBME Guide for Requesting Accommodations Webinar 1
Introducing the Guide Description: This webinar will provide an overview of the process to request accommodations on the USMLE Step...


Clear Masks Reduce Communication Barriers in the Healthcare Setting
This video is a product of the Access In Medicine Group of the Docs With Disabilities Initiative. This video discusses the need for and...


Progress or Lack Thereof: Research Research on Technical Standards 2016-2022
Speakers: Ben Case, Philip Zazove, Katy Stauffer Papers: https://youtu.be/bsd2lmpUMf8


Communicating About Disability Inclusion in GME
In this One Pager, learn tips and best practices for communicating about disability inclusion in GME. This sample language will help...


How to Welcome Residents who Disclose Disability in GME
Nearly 6% of medical students have a disability and 100% receive accommodations in medical school.


Navigating a Disability in Residency or Fellowship
Do you have questions about disclosing a disability and requesting accommodations for your residency or fellowship? Are you wondering...


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