Irem
Sonmez,
MD, MS
Chief Resident Psychiatry Residency Physician Scientist Track
University of Minnesota
School of Medicine Psychiatry Department
Dr. Ayse Irem Sonmez, M.D., M.Sc., is an accomplished psychiatrist and researcher. As Chief Resident of Education at the University of Minnesota Medical School, she has received prestigious awards and honors. Dr. Sonmez has contributed to scientific journals and participated in renowned programs. She has made significant contributions to resident education, including developing a 13-session psychopharmacology course and a tailored curriculum for day float. Dr. Sonmez has also conducted practice sessions to enhance residents' teaching skills. As chief of resident education Dr. Sonmez is committed to fostering supportive and enriching learning environment
Presenting at the Nexus Summit:
Lightning Talk Description:
Objective: Recent events, including the case of a Somali patient impacted by the death of George Floyd, have motivated the authors to assess the current state of cultural humility among University of Minnesota Department of Psychiatry residents in response to ongoing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the department. This presentation aims to highlight the importance of training future healthcare providers to recognize the influence of their own and their patients' intersecting identities on health outcomes and to identify learning opportunities…