Deaf Health Care and Biomedical Science Hub

In celebration of National Disability Employment Month, Deaf Hub works toward increasing representation of DHH in health care and biomedical science career sectors. One way we do this is through educational offerings such as offering a workshop at Together RIT: A Day of Dialogue, which is hosted by RIT Division of Diversity and Inclusion. The 2024 Together RIT explores different dialogues and perspectives provided by the large Deaf community, neurodivergent individuals, and people with disabilities in broadening our understanding of our coexistence as creators, learners, scholars and peers. Tiffany L. Panko, MD, MBA, Deaf Hub’s Executive Director, Mariam Paracha, Deaf Hub Affiliate and Visiting Assistant Professor from the Department of Sciences and Mathematics, and Elizabeth Ayers, Deaf Hub’s Director of Healthcare Mentoring and Senior Lecturer from the Department of Sciences and Mathematics, hosted a roundtable discussion titled “Supporting Deaf and HoH Healthcare Professionals” to explore the challenges of recognition, equity, and justice facing DHH healthcare professionals. It is important to have an honest dialogue in a safe space and better understand the challenges of becoming a deaf or hard-of-hearing healthcare professional where we can create positive contributions to increase more representation of deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in healthcare careers. In building solidarity with empathy and understanding together, we can elevate our recognition of our work, passions, ideas, initiatives and more to highlight the disability employment awareness, which in turn makes our space safer and welcoming for Deaf community, neurodivergent individuals, and people with disabilities. #ntiddeafhub #NationalDisabilityEmploymentMonth #deaf #dhh #asl #TogetherRIT #NTIDcommunity #RITcommunity #RIT #DHHcommunity [Image Description: In recognition of the National Disability Awareness Month, the 2024 Together RIT shows Tiffany Panko and Elizabeth Ayers standing together against the big screen titled, “Supporting Deaf and HoH Healthcare Professionals” with two additional pictures of their signing actions. On the text, the title shows a subheading, “Recognition, Equity, and Justice” and a list of authors: Tiffany Panko, MD, MBA, Mariam Paracha, PharmD, Elizabeth Ayers, MS, RDMS, RVT. The logo lockup of RIT/NTID Deaf Health Care and Biomedical Science Hub is at the bottom of the graphic post.]

In recognition of the Ultrasound Awareness Month, Deaf Hub would like to highlight deaf and hard-of-hearing (DHH) sonographers, professionals and students alike. Pictured are two NTID-supported students majoring in sonography and a healthcare professional, also a mentor to them. From right to left, Tyler Cardoso, 3rd year student, currently reviews the basics of ultrasound to prepare for his upcoming clinical rotation next year. Caty Goodman, 4th year student, undergoes her clinical rotations to gain more insights into the sonography profession. Lastly, Elizabeth Ayers, RDMS, RVT, is a Deaf sonographer and chairs the program, Mentor Supported Shadowing Program (MSSP) to continue her passion in advocating for DHH students and their pursuit of their healthcare careers. She may be the Deaf Hub’s Director of Healthcare Mentoring, but deep down, her big heart lies with mentoring DHH students to become a successful healthcare professional. In supporting Tyler’s and Caty’s endeavors, we are looking forward to watching them succeed in their clinical rotations! #ntiddeafhub #UltrasoundAwarenessMonth #deaf #asl #DHHCommunity #NTIDcommunity #RIT #RITcommunity #healthcare #healthcareprofessional #sonographer #ultrasound #bipoc [Image Description: From right to left, Tyler Cardoso, a light skinned man with short brown hair and gray sweater, Caty Goodman, a light skinned woman with long black hair and black jacket, Elizabeth Ayers, a light skinned woman with curly brown hair and pumpkin-decorated black sweater, smile into the camera against the ultrasound imaging of a bone. On the graphic text over the purple background of the ultrasound pattern: Ultrasound Awareness Month: Past, Present, and Future DHH Sonographers United at the crossroad of frequencies. The logo lockup of RIT/NTID Deaf Health Care and Biomedical Science Hub is at the bottom of the graphic post.]

Make an impact with us! Watch our video to find out what Deaf Hub needs from an Associate Director! The alternative to scanning the QR Code is: https://lnkd.in/e5vEYeex Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e7WQ9Fn4 #ritntid #ntiddeafhub #jobopportunity #associatedirector #healthcare #asl #bipoc #deafcommunity #deaf #dhh [Image Description: The decorative flyer encourages you to watch the video via a white QR code, which is on Youtube and apply via the orange QR code to type 9070BR or “Deaf Hub Associate Director”. By applying, you are making an impact with us at Deaf Health Care and Biomedical Science Hub. White QR code: https://lnkd.in/e5vEYeex Orange QR code: https://lnkd.in/e7WQ9Fn4]

Cheers to Menna Nicola’s success! Menna Nicola, AS ‘23, gracefully accepted the offer to become a full-time Associate Information Technology Analyst with Dow during her studies in Human-Centered Computing for a bachelor’s science degree. She is expected to graduate in 2025. 1. Why is it important to have research or co-op experience that benefits your academic growth? Having research or co-op experience is important because it helps you determine if that career path is right for you. It also provides valuable experience and helps you build a professional network that will be beneficial for your career. 2. What is your message for those with different majors that might not typically fit into healthcare or biomedical careers, but who have made it work for themselves? My message for those with different majors that might not align with healthcare and biomedical careers is to be open-minded. You can apply your skills to this field, and who knows—you might find that you love it even more and become engaged in learning about it! We wish her the best of her future endeavors! #ritntid #ntiddeafhub #bipoc #deaf #ntidcommunity #dhh #asl [Image Description: Menna is wearing a sleeveless professional top, has short curly hair and golden hoops, and is smiling at the camera.]

Check out that Ulysses Hampton, a Bridges trainee, and his peers were involved in the panel discussion!

Make an impact with us! Watch our video to find out what Deaf Hub needs from an Associate Director! The alternative to scanning the QR Code is: https://lnkd.in/e5vEYeex Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e7WQ9Fn4 #ritntid #ntiddeafhub #jobopportunity #associatedirector #healthcare #asl #bipoc #deafcommunity #deaf #dhh [Image Description: The decorative flyer encourages you to watch the video via a white QR code, which is on Youtube and apply via the orange QR code to type 9070BR or “Deaf Hub Associate Director”. By applying, you are making an impact with us at Deaf Health Care and Biomedical Science Hub. White QR code: https://lnkd.in/e5vEYeex Orange QR code: https://lnkd.in/e7WQ9Fn4]

Savannah Tellander, Bridges alumna, was featured in the Science News Explores!

We want to echo AMPHL's message, as it strongly resonates with us. We are committed to encouraging deaf and hard-of-hearing students to pursue their dreams in healthcare and biomedical careers. Your journey is not only possible but necessary. We would love to see more representations like yours in the field, as you are paving the way for future professionals. Your journey is not just about breaking barriers - it is about building bridges for future generations towards a healthcare system where everyone belongs.

Come check out and support Deaf Hub at arXiv Accessibility Forum 2024! Hannah DeFelice, a Bridges trainee, and the rest of Deaf Hub personnel will be featured on the forum. The live webinar is on this Friday, September 6 at 12 p.m. EST: https://lnkd.in/dE3BvDVP #ntiddeafhub #arxiv #accessibility

Are you excited for tomorrow at the 2024 Deaf ROC? Deaf Hub will be there to meet with you all! If you haven't had a chance to learn more about the 2024 Deaf ROC, more information can be found at the website: www.rit.edu/ntid/deafroc See you tomorrow at #2024deafroc ! #ritntid #ntiddeafhub #deafscientists #dhh #asl #biomedical #science #research