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4.56 AVERAGE
4.56 AVERAGE
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Honestly, I’ve never really been a fan of nonfiction books, because I often find that they’re like reading a list of facts. This book is the opposite of that. Dr. Blackstock beautifully weaves in the stories of her life and those of her community while still providing crucial facts about the realities of being Black in the United States. Her writing is so clear that I felt myself becoming emotional at multiple points in the book. This book was really eye-opening, and I especially loved the end of the book, where she provides calls to action to various groups, creating a clear path forward.
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This will make many white people defensive... and that is why many of us still need to read the stories of people of color. Does of some of what happens to her and her family happen to white people? Sometimes. We all need to be standing up for all people in situations of ill care and especially those who continue to be "invisible" as a result of systemic racism and its attitudes.
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This was a deeply compelling and insightful memoir that exposes the pervasive impact of racism in the healthcare system. As a Black physician, Dr. Blackstock eloquently weaves her personal experiences with a broader examination of how racial biases shape medical practices, policies, and patient outcomes. Her candid reflections on navigating the complexities of both being a medical professional and a person of colour in an often indifferent and discriminatory environment offer a powerful call to action for systemic change. Blackstock’s narrative is equal parts heartbreaking and inspiring, providing a critical lens through which to understand the intersections of race, medicine, and justice.
A great blend of personal stories and research of healthcare inequalities. Idk if the parts of the author explaining her medical training will be too technical for layperson but I LOVED every moment of it!
My only note is the audiobook she mispronounced JohnS Hopkins as John Hopkins
My only note is the audiobook she mispronounced JohnS Hopkins as John Hopkins
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As a white clinician, most of my education has been severely limited regarding the medical racism clients & patients experience. This book helped to not only educate but also call in folx that may not fully understand how their biases impact care. I have heard so many stories incredibly similar to Dr.Blackstock's. the medical industry benefits greatly from her insight.
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Sometimes rating a memoir feels a little weird, but i had zero hesitation giving this book five stars. Not only was it a wonderful memoir, but it dove into the systemic issues faced by Black people who wish to enter the medical field professionally, as well as simply lays out the hurdles placed in front of those who need care. It easily illustrates the why behind so many systemic issues in our healthcare system today, while also being a memoir where you’re rooting for Dr. Blackstock to succeed. Incredible all around.