NEWARK,
N.J., Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a
significant stride toward fostering diversity and inclusivity
in dermatology, Medscape Education and the Comprehensive Medical
Mentoring Program (CMMP) has established a unique alliance to
address critical gaps in dermatology care by nurturing
underrepresented minority (URM) college and medical students and
empowering current URM dermatologists to mentor the next generation
of healthcare leaders.
The collaboration between Medscape Education and CMMP is driven
by a shared commitment to increase the representation of URM
pre-medical and medical students in dermatology. This initiative
not only aims to diversify the workforce but also seeks to enhance
clinician-patient relationships and improve healthcare outcomes in
dermatology for minority communities. Recognizing the pressing need
for inclusivity in healthcare careers, particularly in dermatology,
this collaboration marks a pivotal moment in creating a healthcare
landscape where all patients' needs are met.
Supporting Future Leaders in Dermatology
At its core,
this initiative is driven to nurture the talents and aspirations of
URM pre-medical and medical students and encourage the selection of
dermatology as their specialty. By providing mentorship,
educational resources, and practical experiences, Medscape
Education and CMMP are fostering a more diverse and inclusive
dermatology workforce that better serves our communities.
"We are thrilled about the impact of our collaboration with CMMP
to encourage URM students to pursue careers in dermatology," stated
Jennifer Bomberger, Senior Director
of Strategic Partnerships at Medscape Education. "Together, we aim
to create a culture where inclusivity is the standard in
dermatological practice."
"CMMP was established in 2015 to provide support and guidance
for students who come from underrepresented minorities in medicine
as they navigate their paths into matriculation through medical
school and residency. We are excited to continue this mission,
especially in the field of dermatology, which is the second least
diverse medical specialty in the country," said Dr. Lauren Payne, Board Certified Dermatologist and
Chairperson to the Board of Directors of Comprehensive Medical
Mentoring Program.
The joint efforts of Medscape Education and CMMP encompass a
multi-component training program designed to support selected URM
students through their educational journey which includes a
pre-medical boot camp, clinical shadowing, scholarships,
opportunities at the Skin of Color Update, an upcoming panel event
at Howard University, and a future
continuing medical education (CME) event.
For more information about Medscape Education and CMMP's
initiatives, please visit www.cmmpmed.org.
About Medscape Education
Medscape Education
(medscape.org) is the leading destination for continuous
professional development, consisting of more than 30
specialty-focused destinations offering thousands of
free accredited CME and CE courses for physicians, nurses, and
other healthcare professionals. Medscape Education is a part
of WebMD Health Corp., an Internet Brands company.
About WebMD Health Corp.
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Company, is the leading provider of health
information services, serving patients, physicians, health
care professionals, employers, and health plans through public
and private online portals, mobile platforms, and health-focused
publications. The WebMD Health Network includes WebMD Health,
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MediQuality, Frontline, Vitals Consumer Services, Aptus Health,
MedicineNet, eMedicineHealth, RxList, OnHealth, Medscape Education,
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Medpulse®, eMedicine®, MedicineNet®, theheart.org®, and RxList® are
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subsidiaries.
About Comprehensive Medical Mentoring
Program
Comprehensive Medical Mentoring Program (CMMP) is
dedicated to fostering diversity in medicine by supporting
underrepresented minority students from pre-medical studies through
residency. CMMP provides mentorship, educational resources, and
hands-on clinical experience to empower future healthcare leaders
in all medical fields.
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