Cultural Competency in Medicine and Science

To be discussed:

The definition and importance of cultural competency in medicine and science The role of culture in the cost and quality of healthcare Factors underlying health and healthcare disparities: access, socioeconomic status, environment, racial, ethnic, etc. The influence of stereotypes on decision-making in medicine and science Date: Tuesday, August 2, 2016 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM** Location: CICATS Conference Room, 195 Farmington Avenue, Suite 2080, Farmington, Conn. 06032

Target Audience: Students interested in pursuing careers as scientists and scholars in biological and biomedical sciences.

Space is limited; please click here to register: http://cicats.uconn.edu/cultural-competency/

**Please note: Lunch is not provided and attendees are encouraged to bring their own.