SHC Implicit Bias: An Evidence-based Approach to Combatting Bias

Monday, May 13, 2024, 2:22 PM - Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 5:22 PM

This module is created in part to satisfy the requirements of Senate Bill 464 which requires health care organizations to implement an evidence-based implicit bias curriculum to all inpatient health care providers in perinatal care.

1. Define identity
2. Identify where power dynamics exist
3. Discuss social determinants of health
4. Describe the effects of oppression on minority communities
5. Define implicit bias, then apply corrective measures to decrease its affects
6. Identify unconscious biases
7. Discuss barriers to inclusion
8. Define 3 types of racism
9. Employ individual and organizational changes to address unconscious bias
10. Discuss perinatal health inequities and maternal and infant health outcomes

Accreditation:  Sharp HealthCare is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CME Credit:  Sharp HealthCare designates this Enduring Material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s).  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

PA Credit:  PAs may claim a maximum of 1.00 Category 1 credits for completing this activity. NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society.

NP Credit:  AANPCB accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) issued by organizations accredited by ACCME as an equivalent number of hours of participation. 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 credit = 1.00 contact hour(s).

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Sharp HealthCare adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education (ACE). Any individuals in a position to control the content of an ACE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all financial relationships with ineligible entities. All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.