blog posts

Recommendations for books and resources, personal reflections, and more from MSDCI members.

Voices of Resilience: Insights and Lessons from the Experiences of Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

The journey to recovery for people with traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) is not always a straightforward path. New impairments can affect patients' cognitive and emotional spheres, generating unique experiences ranging from periods of despair to intermittent seasons of hope.

Assistive Devices: State-Run Programs Creating More Accessibility

The next time someone references a “crutch” as a negative idea, feel free to redirect attention to the fact that a crutch is a poor colloquialism for laziness or a stopgap measure considering it is a net good for humans to improve accessibility. In fact, a crutch is one of many assistive devices that allows disabled people to navigate life in a more equitable fashion.

A Book Review of “Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity” by Dr. Devon Price, PhD

"Everyone seems to be autistic or have ADHD these days." Medical providers ...

Personal Reflection: Taking a Leave of Absence From Medical School

Personal Reflection: Taking a Leave of Absence From Medical School Advice From Someone Who Took A Leave of Absence By...

MSDCI’s Letter to the Liaison Committee on Medical Education

MSDCI's Letter to the Liaison Committee on Medical Education Dear Liaison Committee on Medical Education, We write to you urgently...

The Impact of COVID-19 on People with Disabilities

The Impact of COVID-19 on People with Disabilities COVID-19 has had a profound impact in every aspect of life over...

News and Articles

You belong here: recognizing and resisti...
By Lizzie Z. When I started medical school, I looked around at my clas...
LCME Response to MSDCI’s Letter
TO: Medical Students with Disability and Chronic Illness (MSDCI) FROM:...

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