Member May 2025: MSK Care without Borders: Community-Based and International Approaches to Overcoming Access Limitations (On Demand)-Session Recording

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The Latinx session at Rush University Medical Center highlighted the efforts of physiatrists and healthcare professionals in providing musculoskeletal (MSK) care both locally and globally. Dr. Abreu Sosa introduced the discussion, emphasizing the importance of networking and collaboration within the community to address MSK issues, which are a leading cause of disability worldwide.<br /><br />The session underscored the impact of physiatrists in MSK care, highlighting their role in managing conditions affecting bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves. Dr. Abreu Sosa shared insights about community health efforts in Chicago, which began with Dr. Gerard DeCicco and evolved to provide resourceful care to uninsured and underserved populations. These efforts were mirrored internationally in the Dominican Republic, where Dr. Marcos Enriquez Corporan discussed the program's success in reaching underserved populations. This initiative showcased the innovative use of resources, such as ultrasound for diagnostics and treatment, and efforts to bridge gaps in care for chronic conditions in rural areas.<br /><br />Dr. Mariana Velazquez Cano provided a perspective on healthcare in Colombia, illustrating the disparities in urban and rural healthcare accessibility. She highlighted the challenges and responsibilities of primary care physicians in managing MSK conditions in areas with limited access to specialists and rehabilitation services.<br /><br />Overall, the session fostered a sense of community among healthcare providers committed to improving MSK care through both local initiatives in Chicago and global outreach, aiming for sustainable and impactful healthcare solutions.

Keywords

Latinx session

Rush University Medical Center

musculoskeletal care

physiatrists

networking

community health

underserved populations

ultrasound diagnostics

healthcare disparities

global outreach

sustainable healthcare