The LGBTQ+ community is diverse. While L, G, B, T, and Q are usually tied together as a single homogeneous entity, each letter represents a wide range of people of different races, ethnicities, ages, socioeconomic statuses and identities (National LGBT Health Education Centre, 2019). Unfortunately, experiences of stigma and discrimination are a common theme that transcends across the entire LGBTQ+ community. While discrimination exists across the community, the manifestations of oppression and discrimination are not a singular occurrence or experience. One area in which there is a long history of discrimination and lack of awareness is within the health care sector. The content presented here was created by and in collaboration with members of the LGBTQ+ community. The faculty lead and all collaborators have shared their experiences as members of this diverse community, building a starting point for medical students to consider how they can build an inclusive practice. Because of the incredible diversity within this vast community, not all experiences and perspectives of the LGBTQ+ community are captured here. Specifically, we recognize that there are key components of intersectionality that are not directly addressed in this resource. We know that negative experiences related to gender and sexuality are often compounded for those with intersectional identities such as black trans man or a disabled Muslim lesbian. For this and other reasons, we welcome adaptations to this resource by those who are committed to moving this work forward
Type of Material:
Open (Access) Textbook
Recommended Uses:
The book would be a good homework assignment. Providers could benefit from reading the book. Parts of the book could be used in a lecture.
Classroom discussion
Team activities
Discussion
Technical Requirements:
Internet access
Available via a major browser
Identify Major Learning Goals:
The Student will:
describe why 2SLGBTQ+ Health is important for providers.
illustrate the impact of health care practitioners on LGBTQ+ patients
help you identify areas for improvement
introduce strategies to ensure inclusive care
understand how to address attitudes, beliefs, and biases
Target Student Population:
College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
General understanding of sexual orientation and healthcare delivery practices.
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
The content is valid/accurate/reliable
It reflects reality
The contents is complete and up to date
The book covers how to address all people - some people are reluctant to seek healthcare due to providers not responding to them appropriately
The content covers the LGBTQ+ community, which has not always been addressed in healthcare schools
This book offers individual understanding and expriences of the the LGBTQ community in healthcare delivery settings. It is clearly identified that the book is not a "be all" on the topic, and the user is encouraged to augment the content with personal knowledge and experiences.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
The book can be used as a description of the problem. Providers are not caring for the LGBTQ+ community in a sensitive manner.
This book provides examples, clarity, and focus on the healthcare problem and solutions.
This is an effective method of teaching the material.
The learner is engaged, with case scenarios.
There are pictures and words.
Relationships between the concepts are clear.
This can be useful in any healthcare situation. The example of the intake for is a common problem.
The authentic nature of the content encouraages a learning experience.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
The information is familiar since it is an online short book.
It is easy to navigate.
It is self-contained but offers other resources.
Help instructions are not needed, but there are tips for using the resource.
The presentation is clear and does not have distracting elements.
There are no plug-ins or major bugs.
In working order.
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