Member May: Forging the Future for Rehab: A Review of the WHO 2030 Rehabilitation Goals (1.25 CME)-Member May: Forging the Future for Rehab: A Review of the WHO 2030 Rehabilitation Goals (1.25 CME)

Member May: Forging the Future for Rehab: A Review of the WHO 2030 Rehabilitation Goals (1.25 CME)

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In the video transcript, Dr. Yepsen discussed the importance of building a community within the field of physiatry to address global health goals set forth by the World Health Organization (WHO) for 2030. She highlighted the need for strong leadership, political support, and partnerships to advance rehabilitation services worldwide. The discussion also touched on the challenges of cultural perceptions and traditional healing practices in some countries, emphasizing the importance of bridging the gap between modern rehabilitative care and traditional methods. Participants shared personal experiences working in countries with limited rehabilitation infrastructure and cultural considerations, emphasizing the need for education, dialogue, and collaboration with local providers to ensure effective and sustainable interventions. Dr. Yepsen encouraged individuals to engage in research efforts, such as narrative reviews, to contribute to the body of knowledge in global rehabilitation and promote evidence-based practices. The session closed with an open invitation for collaboration, information sharing, and ongoing engagement with the global health committee to further progress towards the WHO's 2030 rehab goals.

Keywords

physiatry

community building

global health goals

World Health Organization

rehabilitation services

cultural perceptions

traditional healing practices

education

collaboration

evidence-based practices