160. Ableism in Healthcare with Dr Samantha Lavitt

In this episode, Dr Samantha Lavvitt and I delve into the critical issues surrounding disability advocacy in healthcare. Sam shares the challenges she faces as a physician living with disability and chronic illness. We explore the stigma surrounding disability in the medical field, the need for accommodations, and how perceptions of weakness can hinder the careers of disabled physicians. Our conversation highlights the value of lived experiences in patient care and the necessity for flexibility in medical practice to better support all healthcare providers.If you are an Ontario family physician, consider joining a peer support group via OCFP here:https://ontariofamilyphysicians.ca/supports-for-family-doctors/mental-health-and-addictions-supports/peer-connect-mentorship/small-group-learning/Sam's website coming soon:https://disabledmemd.ca/Connect on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/joanchanmd