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ArticleThe journal of spinal cord medicine2025

Embracing Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA): Cultivating understanding internally to foster external change.

Jeffrey P Jaramillo, Sigmund Hough, Jillian Walker, Trisha Hicks, Florian P Thomas, Ellia Ciammaichella, Samantha Harfenist, Katharine Tam, Jessica Whitchurch

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Article in The journal of spinal cord medicine, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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9 authors.

Jeffrey P JaramilloSpinal Cord injury and Disorders Center, VA Palo Alto Health Care System, Palo Alto, California, USA.
Sigmund HoughSpinal Cord Injury Service, Virginia Boston Healthcare System, West Roxbury, Massachusetts, USA.
Jillian WalkerLouis Stokes VA Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio, USA.
Trisha HicksKessler Institute for Rehabilitation, Marlton, New Jersey, USA.
Florian P ThomasDepartment of Neurology, Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack, New Jersey, USA.
Ellia CiammaichellaOsteopathic Wellness and Rehabilitation PLLC, Reno, NV.
Samantha HarfenistSpinal Cord Injury Service, Virginia Boston Healthcare System, West Roxbury, Massachusetts, USA.
Katharine TamSpinal Cord Injury and Disorders, Virginia St Louis Healthcare System, St Louis, Missouri USA.
Jessica WhitchurchSpinal Cord Injury and Disorders, Virginia St Louis Healthcare System, St Louis, Missouri USA.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

contextHealthcare institutions acknowledge the value of diverse workforces for enhancing programs and meeting the varied needs of individuals with Spinal Cord Injury. This survey conducted at the 2023 Academy of Spinal Cord Injury Professions (ASCIP) conference assesses healthcare professionals' views on workplace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and their support for integrating related educational content in future events.

methods: The survey was distributed digitally to ASCIP attendees, ensuring anonymity and voluntary participation. It aimed to collect data on demographic backgrounds, perceptions of DEI at work, and the relevance of educational topics regarding Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) for upcoming conference agendas.

results: Seventy percent of respondents felt able to achieve success and express their genuine feelings in the workplace, with their opinions valued. While economic disparities were often discussed (56%) in relation to patient care, other aspects like religion, cultural racism, racial inequalities, and LGBTQ + issues were less frequently addressed. Approximately 55% reported that their organizations had recently started or were initiating DEI efforts.

conclusions: There is a clear need for inclusive work environments and patient care that values the diverse intersectionality of the community served. Strong support exists for further educational initiatives on IDEA concepts, highlighting a significant opportunity to enhance early-stage DEI programs in healthcare settings.

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Attitude of Health PersonnelCultural DiversityHealth PersonnelSocial InclusionSpinal Cord InjuriesWorkplaceAdultFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedSurveys and Questionnaires

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PMID39576274
PMCPMC11864015

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