Jessica L. Jones, MD
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Physician voices
It was a typical weekday morning. I woke up at 5:20, started a load of laundry, showered, dressed, unloaded the dishwasher, got the kids breakfast and lunch together, fed the pets, etc. After sending my husband off to work, I…
It was a typical weekday morning. I woke up at 5:20, started a load of laundry, showered, dressed, unloaded the dishwasher, got the kids breakfast and lunch together, fed the pets, etc. After sending my husband off to work, I got the kids up and ready for the day. Things were going smoothly. I got my kids to school on time, and got into work early enough to go through …
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Balancing part-time clinical work and motherhood
Conditions and diseases
Women of color, particularly Black women, encounter distinct challenges during pregnancy and childbirth. This results in disproportionately adverse outcomes such as invasive treatments, infant mortality, severe complications, and even death experienced by these women. The role of racism and discrimination…
Women of color, particularly Black women, encounter distinct challenges during pregnancy and childbirth. This results in disproportionately adverse outcomes such as invasive treatments, infant mortality, severe complications, and even death experienced by these women. The role of racism and discrimination are highlighted even when controlling for certain underlying social and economic factors. For example, education and income are not protective of poor outcomes, and inequity in health care persists …
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The adverse labor and delivery experiences faced by Black women
Physician voices
As a year comes to a close and another opens to new possibilities, many find themselves contemplating their successes and opportunities for improvements. The holidays are very busy, and the new year brings hope to slow down and reset. For…
As a year comes to a close and another opens to new possibilities, many find themselves contemplating their successes and opportunities for improvements. The holidays are very busy, and the new year brings hope to slow down and reset. For many health care providers, though, the prospect of slowing down is an unrealistic dream.
For many in health care, the profession is not just a career, but an honorable vocational calling. …
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Healing the healers: The quadruple aim approach to wellness
Health policy
The University of Utah Physician Assistant Students Supporting Equity and Diversity (PASSED) group believes it's important to discuss what it truly means to be an ally. This term has recently become more popular; however, it seems that "allyship" is being…
The University of Utah Physician Assistant Students Supporting Equity and Diversity (PASSED) group believes it’s important to discuss what it truly means to be an ally. This term has recently become more popular; however, it seems that “allyship” is being confused with “generalized/passive acknowledgment.” The definition of an ally is one who unites themselves with another to promote a common interest. Allyship calls for understanding the constant oppression that plagues …
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What does it mean to truly be an ally?
Physician voices
In response to recent national events, I have often reflected on privilege — what it means, and what I should do about it. Privilege is the freedom to have an advantage without the guilt of knowing that you have it,…
In response to recent national events, I have often reflected on privilege — what it means, and what I should do about it. Privilege is the freedom to have an advantage without the guilt of knowing that you have it, and not knowing that it is unfair. It is the freedom to say and do things that others cannot. Admittedly, I am male, which comes with certain privilege. I am …
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