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This article discusses the importance of cultural safety in specialist medical education and training, particularly in relation to Indigenous peoples. The author, an Aboriginal man, emphasizes the need for medical colleges to prioritize cultural competence and critical consciousness in order to address health inequities and power imbalances. The article highlights common challenges faced by specialist medical colleges, such as reactive rather than proactive approaches, cultural load on Indigenous staff, and uninformed assumptions about Indigenous organizations. The author suggests that colleges should focus on building internal Indigenous capacity, creating a desirable environment for Indigenous trainees and staff, incorporating Indigenous health and cultural safety into training programs, prioritizing ongoing professional development, and building and maintaining partnerships with Indigenous organizations. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of a genuine and proactive commitment to cultural safety. [Extracted from the article] |
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