@blackingastro

Black communities are in need of increased access to gut health as well as gastroenterologists, hepatologists & scientists. We're here for that. #BlackinGastro

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GI physician-scientists, are you ready for a career launch? Our Best of FORWARD is back with a condensed 2.5-day format, where you will gain: 💡 Real connections 🤝 Peer support 🚀 Career clarity 📅 Apply by Sept. 8. 🔗ow.ly/bGTa50WFeH9
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In 2024, we celebrated 15 years of formal grantmaking. Read our newly released Turning Points: Year in Review report to learn how we expanded our practices to be more responsive and deepen relationships with our Arts, Education and Health grantees. krfoundation.org/year-in-rev…
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#DDW2025 was a whirlwind mtg filled with learning and impromptu catchups! As per usual the only photos I took were selfies and slides (see selfie compilation below - I wish we could add more than 4 photos!) So many friends that I didn’t get to see! Can’t wait until next year 💁🏾‍♀️
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🔥 Hot Topics in #CRC Screening and Surveillance at #DDW2025 🎙️Folasade P. May, MD, PhD, MPhil (@drfolamay) 🎙️@AasmaShaukatMD @brianjacobsonmd Evelien Dekker Charles Kahi @samirguptaGI Jennifer Weiss 👉Sunday, May 4, 11:15am, Room 11
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Join us for the 2025 @blackingastro ABGH Summit on May 2nd. We have an amazing program.
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Thank you @DOM_UCLA for the support and recognition. This effort to improve screening completion @NEVHC is something that co-PI #BethGlenn @UCLAFSPH @UCLAHealthJCCC and I have been working towards for some time. Thrilled for this community partnership and the people it will help. #HealthEquity #MayLabUCLA #cancerscreening #colorectalcancer #crc
Department of Medicine at UCLA Health@DOM_UCLA7 Nov 2024
We're celebrating a remarkable achievement for @drfolamay who has received a $3 million R01 grant from the NIH! She will co-lead a trial focused on improving colorectal cancer screening follow-up rates in underserved populations. Discover more here: uclahs.fyi/40iV27r
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Coming soon! Don't miss Chair @saikirankilaru & Dr. Amoah Yeboah-Korang @AASLDtweets in San Diego, leading the "Inclusion & Diversity Committee Symposium: Tools to Improve Liver Health Equity" on 11/17 with @NnekaUfereMD @DoctorSharad & Dr. David Garcia #TheLiverMeeting
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We're celebrating a remarkable achievement for @drfolamay who has received a $3 million R01 grant from the NIH! She will co-lead a trial focused on improving colorectal cancer screening follow-up rates in underserved populations. Discover more here: uclahs.fyi/40iV27r
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Had an amazing time at #ACG2024! Presenting my research, connecting with mentors & colleagues, and attending scientific sessions were key highlights. Looking forward to attending next year’s conference in Arizona!
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Another moment with my mentor @AasmaShaukatMD. I am grateful for all the support and guidance. @NYULH_GastroHep @AmCollegeGastro
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Helping people in PA CURE their mail-in ballots so their votes will count on Election Day... with some of my college besties!
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Physicians belong in politics Physicians belong in policy Physicians belong in tech Physicians belong in pharma Physicians belong in finance Physicians belong in the C-suite Physicians belong at every table where decisions about human health are made.
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When I was a resident @dukemedicine I remember #JoanneWilson - her journey is beyond inspiring! Who better to discuss “how to prepare & strategize academic promotions” ⭐️ 2nd black woman to receive MD @DukeMedSchool ⭐️1st black woman w/ tenure #Duke ⭐️2nd woman of any race/ethnicity to be promoted to full professor @dukemedicine #WomeninGI
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Passing the @AmCollegeGastro DEI Chair torch to very capable hands! Excited to see what you and this pivotal DEI committee do under @AmyOxentenkoMD’s leadership, @spaulliver! You’re a 💫, and don’t ever forget it! #diversityingi #womeninmedicine
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The equity journey in our Health Program started in 2017 with a commitment to addressing barriers that limit opportunity for women in science & we’ve been testing strategies along the way. Explore the data related to our grantmaking & Symposium speakers: krfoundation.org/our-work/wh…
A blue graphic featuring an image of a diverse group of scientists collaborating in a lab wearing white lab coats and the text “Elevating Women In Science: A Report On The Kenneth Rainin Foundation’s Progress From 2012-2024.”

ALT A blue graphic featuring an image of a diverse group of scientists collaborating in a lab wearing white lab coats and the text “Elevating Women In Science: A Report On The Kenneth Rainin Foundation’s Progress From 2012-2024.”

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Wrapping up an amazing #ACG2024 Loved spending some time last night with amazing mentors and role models Excited to see the wonderful things to come during the presidency of @AmyOxentenkoMD 🤩 @AmCollegeGastro
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I LOVE this photo so much. It speaks volumes abt the power that lives in the communities we create. Can't wait to see what the field of GI will look & feel like for years to come! It was so much fun connecting w/these super🌟! #diversityinGI #blackingastro #blackwomeninmedicine
Lindsay Clarke, MD@LindsayClarkeMD30 Oct 2024
From @WeillCornell IM residents ➡️ GI (current & future) fellows, connecting at the @blackingastro event. #ACG2024
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Duke GI@Duke_GI_31 Oct 2024
Recently accepted article by @Julius__Wilder highlights key issues of eliminating race from clinical measures and ensuring accuracy of race-neutral measures to promote equity in healthcare. #HealthEquity #LiverTransplantation #livertwitter
Liver Transplantation Journal (LTxJournal)@LTxJournal30 Oct 2024
Race-Neutral measures as an equitable path forward by @Julius__Wilder - a true leader in equity in liver transplant. journals.lww.com/lt/abstract…
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Congratulations Dr Brenda Amuchi @bcamuchi @AmCollegeGastro poster presenter award - “outstanding presentation award at #ACG2024 scientific meeting” Poster: a rare case of significant bleeding following FNB of a GIST, highlighting innovative endoscopic management. #GITwitter
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I am so excited and honored to pass the torch to Dr. Oxentenko, our new ACG President! She will be amazing!! @AmyOxentenkoMD @AmCollegeGastro
ACG@AmCollegeGastro30 Oct 2024
‼️Save the Date #ACGfamily‼️ Dr. @AmyOxentenkoMD invites all to Phoenix, AZ for #ACG2025 Annual Scientific Meeting & Postgrad Course! Thank you Philly! #ACG2024
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