Author Archives: Michelle van Ryn

The Impact of Racism on Clinician Cognition, Behavior and Clinical Decision Making

Peer-reviewed PublicationsBy Michelle van Ryn April 26, 2018

The Impact of Racism on Clinician Cognition, Behavior and Clinical Decision Making Abstract Over the past two decades, thousands of studies have demonstrated that Blacks receive lower quality medical care…

Social Harmony versus Social Change? Majority and Minority Perspectives on Common Identity

Supplemental ResourcesBy Michelle van Ryn January 20, 2017

Pitfalls and Unexpected Consequences for Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Efforts

PerspectivesBy Michelle van Ryn November 13, 2016

Triggering “white racist” stereotype threat has been shown to increase anxiety and have negative cognitive and behavioral consequences in whites, including: Physically distancing themselves from African American conversation partners. Fidgeting…

Structural Racism and Supporting Black Lives — The Role of Health Professionals

PerspectivesBy Michelle van Ryn October 18, 2016

Structural Racism and Supporting Black Lives

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Organizational AssessmentBy Michelle van Ryn October 9, 2016