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The DIGME community of practice aims to provide relevant, accessible, educational resources on Disability Inclusion to GME stakeholders and trainees.
Video Resources


A Comprehensive Program of Support for Residents with Disability requiring Accommodation
Presenters: Dr. Nadine Abu- Ghazaleh Dr. Catharine Munn Dr. Jill Rudkowski Originally presented on: April 26th 12-1 EST The DREAM...


Ableism, Implicit Bias, and Microaggressions
In this video we explore how ableism manifests as both explicit and implicit bias in medical education.


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...


Disability Inclusion is a Shared Responsibility
Who is responsible for disability accommodations in residency? Disability inclusion in Graduate Medical Education (GME) is a shared...


The State of Disability Inclusion in Health Science Education
This video discusses the need for specialized Disability Resource Professionals (DRP's) in Health Professions Education and the creation...


DHOH Access in Health Professions Programs
This video discusses captioning and disability access in health professions programs. This video was created in partnership between the...


Accessible Instruction and Assessment
This video discusses accessible instruction and assessment in health professions education, increasing the accessibility of learners with...


Entering Health Professions Programs for Students with Disabilities
This video introduces students with disabilities entering a health professions program to the accommodation process and how the process...
One Pagers


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...


Starting an Affinity Group
Review best practices and tips for Starting an Affinity Group for for Trainees with Chronic Health Conditions and/or Disabilities in this...


Requesting Disability Accommodations in GME
Headed to residency or fellowship? Need to request accommodations to support your success (Disability Disclosure)? As a resident and an...


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