Authors:Sanemba Fanny MD, Lauren Krenek MD, and Judy Levison MDThe past year was marked by reports of ICE apprehending undocumented immigrants while seeking medical care. Sara Beltran-Hernandez, a 26-year-old woman, was transferred to a detention center while awaiting brain … [Read more...] about Protecting Immigrant Rights Through Stronger Hospital Policies
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2019 Austin Advocacy Days
Every legislative session, Doctors for Change travels to Austin to advocate for a healthcare agenda which strives to improve healthcare outcomes for all Houstonians. These trips provide the opportunity for DFC members and friends to meet our representatives and collaborate to … [Read more...] about 2019 Austin Advocacy Days
Aug. 14: “Coordination of Care: Maternal Health”
Join Doctors for Change for “Coordination of Care: Maternal Health,” a forum on access to care issues in the area of maternal health. Topics covered in this forum will include an overview of the state of maternal health and rising maternal morbidity and mortality rates in Texas, … [Read more...] about Aug. 14: “Coordination of Care: Maternal Health”
Jul. 10: “Creating Safer Spaces: Improving Healthcare for Immigrant and Refugee Families”
Join Doctors for Change for “Creating Safer Spaces,” a forum on immigrant and refugee health. You will learn and discuss the experiences and barriers that immigrant and refugee families encounter when seeking care, the laws that are precipitating these barriers and possible … [Read more...] about Jul. 10: “Creating Safer Spaces: Improving Healthcare for Immigrant and Refugee Families”
Recap: “Research and Reality: The Social Determinants of Health”
Thank you to all who joined Doctors for Change for our May 9th forum on social determinants of health! Last week's event was a tremendous success and spurred much-needed discussion about this important topic. We would also like to thank our wonderful presenters, Tanweer … [Read more...] about Recap: “Research and Reality: The Social Determinants of Health”