Being an intentional healer: cultural humility approach for African Americans

Pan Afr Med J. 2022 Mar 16:41:216. doi: 10.11604/pamj.2022.41.216.33694. eCollection 2022.

Abstract

The purpose of this commentary is to provide health professionals and educators with guiding questions to include into their practice to critically reflect on the care their African American patients receive. African American patients have historically experienced health disparities in comparison to non-African Americans. This dichotomy of care is embedded in racist ideologies and practices. A cultural humility approach is one way to inform the care of African American patients.

Keywords: African Americans; Blacks; cultural competency; healthcare disparities.

MeSH terms

  • Black or African American*
  • Cultural Competency*
  • Health Personnel
  • Healthcare Disparities
  • Humans