Faces of Medicine
As part of Black History Month, Women In Bio Chicago presents Faces of Medicine at the Instituto Cervantes, a documentary about the journey of trailblazing black women physicians showcasing their impact on healthcare and medical equity. This screening aims to create a space for reflection and dialogue on representation in medicine and the barriers that persist for underrepresented communities. For the Hispanic community, where many people of color face similar challenges in accessing opportunities and professional recognition, the stories of these physicians serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of diversity in science and healthcare.
We invite you to join this conversation and discover stories that inspire change. Ticket includes appetizers and two drink tickets.
Faces of Medicine is a project centered on the paths of Black female physicians in the United States. The documentary starts with recognition of the trailblazing work of Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler, who in 1864 became the first Black female to earn an MD in the United States. We explore the journeys of Black women practicing medicine today as captured in live interviews. The book will expose readers to even more details about each doctor.
We are sharing the stories of how we came to choose careers in medicine, made it through challenges along the way and celebrated successes. Some of these doctors are first generation college graduates and others are second generation physicians. Some immigrated to the U.S. as children while others can trace 200 years of ancestry in the deep south. Their journeys will be woven into a quilt representing unheard voices and untold stories.
The hope is that any Black girl or woman can find themselves in our stories and know what is possible. All viewers will gain a better appreciation of what doctors of color experience. Those who are interested in improving health equity will see perspectives they may not otherwise be able to access. Anyone who interacts with healthcare providers — which is to say, all of us — will have an opportunity to shift their bias.
5:30 p.m. – 6:10 p.m. Networking
6:10 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Film Screening
7:00 p.m. – 7:40 p.m. Film Discussion
7:40 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. Networking
8:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Wrap-up
