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DAC Med, a national and interprofessional taskforce seeking to create an inclusive culture of disability in healthcare and sustainably combat ableism. Website: dacmednational.wixsite.com/dacmed
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Rest in power, Alice Wong (1974–2025).
A visionary disability justice leader, writer, and storyteller whose impact will continue to shape generations. Alice dedicated her life to amplifying disabled voices and reminding the world that disability is culture, community, and power.
A dark green memorial graphic featuring a centered photo of Alice Wong. She is sitting in her power wheelchair wearing a colorful outfit, with her ventilator tubing visible. Above the photo, white text reads “Alice Wong” and “1974–2025.” Below the photo, white text reads “Disability Justice Advocate & Writer” and “Honoring Her Life and Legacy.” A dark green background with a rounded beige box containing black text honoring Alice Wong. The text describes her as a trailblazing activist, author, and founder of the Disability Visibility Project, and mentions how her books amplified disabled stories. At the bottom are three tilted book covers: “Disability Intimacy,” “Disability Visibility,” and “Year of the Tiger.”
November 19, 2025 at 1:48 AM
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Disability is common, but medical education often overlooks how to care for people with disabilities , contributing to healthcare disparities.

A recent review (PMC10324844) highlights the history, current challenges, and best practices for preparing future doctors to provide inclusive care.
A graphic with a tan background and brown text that reads, "DID YOU KNOW? 26% of U.S. adults have a disability... yet medical students often get little training on how to care for them. Based on a recent review: PMC10324844." A graphic with a light brown background and white text that reads, "Inclusive healthcare starts in medical school. Teaching future doctors to care for people with disabilities can reduce healthcare disparities." Below the text is a silhouette image of a diverse group of people, including adults, children, and a person in a wheelchair. At the bottom, it provides the link: "pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10324844/".
November 10, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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🩺 Medical Students with “Invisible” Disabilities Are Changing Medicine

At Harvard Medical School, students with disabilities are leading change, reshaping medical education, advocating for inclusion, and improving patient care through empathy and lived experience.
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Medical Students with ‘Invisible’ Disabilities Are Improving Patient Care
As patients themselves, they’re shaping the doctors they want to be and to have
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November 4, 2025 at 11:47 PM
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🎉 Today’s the day — the 5th Annual DACmed Conference is here! 🎉
If you registered, log in now and join the research presentations, breakout sessions, and more! 💻✨

#DACmed #5thAnnualConference #MedicalConference #ResearchDay #VirtualEvent #JoinUs
October 18, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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It's the final countdown! Don't forget to join us on October 18, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM CDT. We can't wait to see you there!
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October 16, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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Only 2 days until the DAC conference! We want to give a quick appreciation to everyone who has helped in making this conference possible! We are incredibly excited to share invaluable experiences and research at our conference. Together, we can all reimagine clinical excellence!
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October 16, 2025 at 12:40 AM
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Only 3 days left until the 5th Annual National DACmed Conference! With the date rapidly approaching, be sure to connect with us on all platforms!
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October 14, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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📣 Dive Into Research!

Only 4 days left until the 5th Annual National DACmed Conference!

We’re spotlighting one of the most exciting parts of the weekend : The Research Breakout Rooms! 🧠✨
promotional countdown graphic on a golden-brown background with light green and white text. It reads: "COUNTDOWN TO CONFERENCE." Below that, a large digital-style flip counter shows "04." At the bottom, it says "DIVE INTO RESEARCH!" with a large white arrow pointing to the right, indicating a slide or page turn. A conference promotional graphic on a golden-brown background with white text. The main text reads: "WE'RE EXCITED TO FEATURE RESEARCH BREAKOUT ROOMS!" and "10-MINUTE TALKS + 5 MINUTES FOR Q&A." The graphic encourages participation with the phrases: "EXPLORE NEW IDEAS. SHARE YOUR WORK. JOIN THE CONVERSATION." The bottom section shows a row of accessibility icons in white on a colorful banner: an accessible seating symbol, an open captioning symbol, a sign language symbol, a white cane symbol for vision impairment, and a head with a brain outline symbol.
October 13, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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💬 Meet the changemakers behind the sessions!
Our incredible lineup of speakers is ready to share insights and ideas that are transforming medical education and healthcare.
#DACmedConference #HealthcareInnovation #InclusiveCare"
A promotional graphic on a dark green background with light green and white text. It reads: "COUNTDOWN TO CONFERENCE." Below that, a large digital-style flip counter shows "05." At the bottom, it says "MEET THE SPEAKERS" with a large white arrow pointing to the right, indicating a slide or page turn. A promotional speaker announcement on a dark green background. Text reads: "WE'RE HONORED TO WELCOME DR. LISA MEEKS, A NATIONAL LEADER IN DISABILITY INCLUSION IN MEDICINE! AS AN ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE DOCS WITH DISABILITIES INITIATIVE, DR. MEEKS HAS DEDICATED HER CAREER TO BUILDING ACCESS, REPRESENTATION, AND COMMUNITY FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS WITH DISABILITIES. CATCH HER INSIGHTS AT THE 5TH ANNUAL NATIONAL DACMED CONFERENCE!" A professional photo of Dr. Lisa Meeks, a blonde woman smiling, is at the bottom right. promotional speaker announcement on a dark green background. Text reads: "MEET DR. RISHI AGRAWAL! DR. AGRAWAL IS A PROFESSOR OF PEDIATRICS AT NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AND A PEDIATRICIAN AT LA RABIDA CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL. WHERE HE CARES FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES AND MEDICAL COMPLEXITY. HE ALSO SERVES AS CHAIR OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS' COUNCIL ON CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES." A headshot of Dr. Rishi Agrawal, a man with glasses and a button-down shirt and tie, is displayed in a green circle on the left.
October 12, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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✨ Here’s what’s coming at DACmed:
🩺 Workshops
🎤 Talks
🤝 Networking
It’s more than a conference—it’s a movement.
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October 12, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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🎉 The countdown is ON!
We’re officially 7 days away from the 5th Annual National DACmed Conference! 💙

Get ready for a week packed with sneak peeks, highlights, and stories as we count down to a weekend full of inspiration, innovation, and inclusion in medical education
October 10, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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⏳ Don’t miss out!

The last day to register for the 5th Annual National DACmed Conference is Saturday, October 11 at 11:59 PM
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October 9, 2025 at 8:34 PM
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This landmark piece by Dr. Lisa Meeks highlights the need for equal access and inclusion for residents with disabilities in medicine.
We’re honored to share that Dr. Meeks will be the keynote speaker at this year’s DAC Conference leading the conversation on disability inclusion in medical education!
October 6, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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💙 Disability Awareness in Medical Education Matters!
A new study shows that integrating disability awareness into medical school curricula significantly improves students’ attitudes toward people with disabilities (PWD).
#DACmed #DisabilityAwareness #InclusiveHealthcare #MedEd #EmpathyInMedicine
September 29, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Did you know?
From 22–28 September 2025, the world celebrates International Week of Deaf People!

This year’s theme: ‘No Human Rights Without Sign Language Rights’. 👐
It’s a week to raise awareness, celebrate deaf culture, and advocate for sign language rights worldwide.
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September 25, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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5th Annual DAC Med National Virtual Conference Registration is free of charge and can be completed by completing the form! This is a virtual conference, and a Zoom link will be provided after the registration form is completed. Form link: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
September 24, 2025 at 11:29 PM
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📢 Abstract submissions are OPEN for the 5th Annual National DAC Med Conference!

🗓️ Saturday, Oct 18, 2025 (virtual & FREE)
Theme: Reimagining Clinical Excellence: How Disability Makes Medicine Better
#DACMed2025 #DisabilityInMedicine #FreeConference #HealthEquity #MedEd
September 24, 2025 at 11:27 PM