What Drives Health Outcomes in the U.S.? Public Health Perspectives on Health Care Access and Health Equity

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The cost for this online course is $20. The estimated time to complete this on-demand course is 60 minutes. Learners will be asked to complete an activity post-assessment with a passing score of 75%.

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Target Audience

Healthcare professionals.

Educational Need

Understanding social determinants of health (SDOH) is essential for healthcare professionals and public health workers to effectively address health disparities and promote health equity. These determinants, including economic stability, education, social and community context, health care access, and the built environment, significantly influence individual and population health outcomes. Despite their importance, many in the healthcare and public health sectors lack awareness or understanding of assessing and addressing SDOH in their practices.

Educational and professional development programs frequently focus on clinical care and disease management, with little emphasis on the broader social factors that impact health. This lack of focus contributes to a lack of knowledge, skills, and practices related to identifying and lessening the effects of SDOH. Consequently, healthcare professionals may be ill-equipped to understand health disparities' root causes or implement strategies that address these underlying factors.

Learning Objectives

  1. Define the five dimensions of healthcare access.
  2. Describe one determinant of access for each of the five dimensions.
  3. Identify social, political, and economic determinants of health.
  4. Describe public health strategies to address health inequity through systems change.

Speakers

Jeneane McDonald, DrPH, MPH
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Master of Public Health Program, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences 
Public Health Workforce Director, Iowa Department of Health and Human Services

Biography.

Jason Semprini, PhD, MPP
Assistant Professor, Master of Public Health Program, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences
Postdoctoral Scholar, University of Iowa

Biography.

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    Recording date: September 5, 2024
    Date of original release: September 5, 2024
    Most recent review/update: September 5, 2024
    Termination date: September 4, 2026

     

    Course summary
    Available credit: 
    • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
    • 1.00 AOA Category 2­B
    • 1.00 CE Contact Hour(s)
    • 1.00 CPME
    • 1.00 IBON
    Course opens: 
    09/05/2024
    Course expires: 
    09/04/2026
    Cost:
    $20.00

    Accreditation Statements

    • MD: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Iowa Medical Society (IMS). Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the IMS to provide continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this enduring materials activity for 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
    • DO: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this activity for a maximum of 1.0 AOA Category 2-B credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.
    • DPM: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine. DMU has approved this activity for a maximum of 1.0 continuing education contact hours.
    • Nurse: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences is Iowa Board of Nursing approved provider #112. This activity has been reviewed and approved for 1.0 continuing education contact hour(s). No partial credit is awarded.
    • Other healthcare providers: This activity is designated for 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.

    Educational Grants

    No ineligible company provided financial support for this continuing education activity. 

    Disclosures

    The speaker(s) will disclose if any pharmaceuticals, medical procedures, or devices discussed are investigational or unapproved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The activity director is responsible for determining educational content and selecting speakers. 

    Relevant to the content of this educational activity, the following individual(s) have no conflict(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

    • Jeneane McDonald, DrPH, MPH - Speaker
    • Jason Semprini, PhD, MPP - Speaker

    Disclaimer

    The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only. It is not a substitute for a healthcare provider's independent medical judgment regarding diagnostic and treatment options for a specific patient's medical condition. 

    Available Credit

    • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
    • 1.00 AOA Category 2­B
    • 1.00 CE Contact Hour(s)
    • 1.00 CPME
    • 1.00 IBON

    Price

    Cost:
    $20.00
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