Abstract
This chapter introduces equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) represented in the chiropractic profession. Included is a description of what is currently known about EDI in chiropractic. Current activities and research related to EDI are described. Our analysis of available data and literature points out areas requiring further consideration and action to improve EDI within the profession. A call for action provides a model to address EDI issues for chiropractic and proposes a list of activities that will improve the chiropractic workforce to better serve the world’s changing population needs.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Healthcare |
| Subtitle of host publication | From Knowledge to Practice |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Pages | 1-30 |
| Number of pages | 30 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9780443132513 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9780443132520 |
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| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2024 |
Keywords
- Chiropractic
- Cultural competency
- Diversity
- Education
- Equity
- Gender
- Healthcare profession
- Inclusion
- Manual therapies
- Profession
- Race
- Social justice
- Spine care
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Agricultural and Biological Sciences
- General Biochemistry,Genetics and Molecular Biology