The University of Nebraska–Lincoln's Health Disparities Grand Challenges team is hosting a second symposium, “Enhancing Health Equity,” an event focused on addressing and reducing health disparities among minority, rural, low-income and underserved populations in Nebraska.
The symposium will be held 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 25, at the Wick Alumni Center on City Campus, with an option to participate online.
This event will bring together leading experts from various fields to share their research and practical strategies for fostering equitable health outcomes. Attendees will have the chance to engage with thought leaders, participate in panel discussions and breakout sessions, and network with peers.
Complimentary lunch will be available for all in-person attendees.
Speakers and topics include:
- • Liliana Bronner, PhD, MHSA, MBA, assistant dean, Medical Pathway Initiatives, UNMC College of Medicine — "iEXCEL Community Outreach & Engagement"
- • Michael Hollins, MPA, MA, associate executive director, community and business strategy, iEXCEL and academic affairs, UNMC — "Statewide Simulation & Next-Gen Healthcare Education"
- • Nikki Carritt, MPH, assistant vice chancellor for Health Workforce Education Relations, UNMC — "Rural Healthcare Workforce Development Program"
- • David Palm, PhD, director, UNMC Center for Health Policy — "Telehealth Provision in Nebraska"
- • Michelle Krehbiel – youth development specialist with UNL Extension — "Youth Health Equity Project"
- • Jessie Coffey, MS, RDN, director, Whole Child Program, Nebraska Department of Education — "Nebraska Native Youth Gathering Program"
- • Dr. Siobahn Westcott, MD, MPH – Professor of American Indian Health, UNMC; Director, Nebraska HEALING Project "Increasing Native Healthcare Workers"
Register to be part of this important event and help shape the future of health equity.
