Race and residency training in the post-Charlottesville era

[摘要] Naturally, I was on edge when I heard about the alt-right rally scheduled in our town last summer. I was on call for both general surgery and trauma during the weekend of the August 12, 2017, Unite the Right rally. Every available member of our surgical residency program was present, whether on call or not, and assembled into trauma teams. When we received notice that violence was occurring in downtown Charlottesville, VA, I joined an entire army of hospital staff of all backgrounds as we rallied together, braced ourselves for the response, and did what we do best—care for the sick and injured. There were no voices of hate or frustration from the medical staff that day, only effective communication to respond and coordinate care for those in need. It was one of the most inspiring moments of my life.

[学科分类] 外科医学