Diversity in Medicine
From the Journals
Percentage of doctors who are Black barely changed in 120 years
A study also found a significant wage gap between Black and White physicians.
From the Journals
Asian children less likely to receive ADHD treatment
Even after an ADHD diagnosis, clinicians were more likely to diagnose Asian children with autism, the investigators reported.
Commentary
How physicians can provide better care to transgender patients
Those transgender patients who seek care often have unpleasant experiences.
Conference Coverage
Cardiovascular risks elevated in transgender youth
A multicenter study shows increased risk for some cardiovascular and metabolic outcomes. The causes are not well understood.
Conference Coverage
Many unknowns on fertility preservation in transgender patients
Feature
Top JAMA editor on leave amid podcast investigation
Dr. Howard Bauchner has been placed on administrative leave while the investigation takes place.
Feature
High obesity rates in Southern states magnify COVID threats
At least 29 states have green-lighted obesity for inclusion in the first phases of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout. That could overwhelm government...
Feature
JAMA editor resigns over controversial podcast
The editor questioned the existence of systemic racism during the podcast.
Feature
JAMA podcast on racism in medicine faces backlash
The editor of JAMA and the head of the AMA have joined others in criticizing the episode.
Feature
Family medicine has grown; its composition has evolved
Today’s FP workforce is much larger and more diverse than it was in 1971.
Conference Coverage
Disparities in child abuse evaluation arise from implicit bias
Since disparities in child abuse evaluation and reporting can harm care of all children, clinicians need to be aware of the impact of implicit...