Cultural Considerations in Gastroenterology: Barriers to care and a call for humility and action

Oct 2024 | Publications

Authors: Anjali U. Pandit, Kathryn N. Tomasino, Tina Aswani-Omprakash, Dawn E. Epstein

Journal: Translational Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Link: https://tgh.amegroups.org/article/view/8963

Publication Date: October 2024

SAIA’s Tina Aswani-Omprakash and Dr. Anjali Pandit, along with Drs. Kathryn Tomasino and Dawn Epstein published an important review article studying the cultural considerations that affect the delivery of GI care, including the impact of racism, stigma and health literacy. With the growing burden of GI conditions in diverse populations, the study advocates for cultural humility in healthcare and a need to continue efforts toward health equity.