Physicians’ Experiences with and Perceptions of Caring for Patients with Disability

October 17, 2023

Course description

Over 61 million Americans have disabilities and often experience inequities within the healthcare system. This discrepancy can be attributed, in part, to physicians who have inaccurate perceptions of people with disabilities. In this presentation, Dr. Lisa Iezzoni will describe the potential causes of medical-related disparities and barriers people with different disabilities often encounter. Dr. Iezzoni will also outline the major responsibilities of physicians under the Americans with Disabilities Act. This presentation will equip attendees with practical strategies for reducing obstacles and providing high-quality care to patients with disabilities.

Learning objectives

At the conclusion of this learning activity, participants will be able to:

  • Describe potential causes of healthcare disparities for people with disabilities
  • Identify major responsibilities of physicians under the Americans with Disabilities Act
  • Describe barriers people with different disabilities often confront while receiving healthcare 

Target audience

Physician and clinician policyholders

Disclosure

There are no relevant financial relationships with ACCME-defined commercial interests for anyone who was in control of the content of this activity.

CME information

ISMS logo This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Illinois State Medical Society and ISMIE Mutual Insurance Company. The Illinois State Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Illinois State Medical Society designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

The Illinois Nurse Practice Act rules deem CME credit provided by approved sponsors as acceptable to fulfill nursing continuing education requirements for licensure. Nurses may claim one contact hour per unit of CME in the state of Illinois.

Additional information

Estimated time for completion: 
1 hour
Disclaimer: 

The recommendations contained in this resource are not intended to define conduct that is appropriate in every case, should not be considered as establishing any standard of care, and do not constitute legal advice. Physicians, clinicians and healthcare providers should take care to ensure that all care rendered reflects the best clinical judgment and complies with the laws and regulations of the state or location at which the care was provided.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

    This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Illinois State Medical Society and ISMIE Mutual Insurance Company. The Illinois State Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    The Illinois State Medical Society designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • 1.00 Discount Credit
  • 1.00 Participation Credit
Course opens: 
01/01/2023
Course expires: 
10/31/2023
Event starts: 
10/17/2023 - 12:00pm
Event ends: 
10/17/2023 - 1:00pm
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Lisa I. Iezzoni, MD, MSc

Lisa I. Iezzoni, MD, MScLisa I. Iezzoni, MD, MSc, is a professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School based at the Health Policy Research Center and the Mongan Institute at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Iezzoni has conducted numerous studies examining the healthcare experiences of persons with disability. Her book Making Their Days Happen: Paid Personal Assistance Services Supporting People with Disability Living in Their Homes and Communities was published in January 2022. During the 2022-23 academic year, she was the Sally Starling Seaver Fellow at the Harvard Radcliffe Institute. Dr. Iezzoni is a member of the National Academy of Medicine in the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

    This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Illinois State Medical Society and ISMIE Mutual Insurance Company. The Illinois State Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    The Illinois State Medical Society designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • 1.00 Discount Credit
  • 1.00 Participation Credit
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