Student Tribune
Rochester Public Library Hosts Screening, Panel Discussion of Black Men in White Coats Documentary
The Rochester Public Library will host an online screening of the
documentary film Black Men in White Coats followed by a panel
discussion with local Black medical professionals.
“This is a great opportunity for residents to learn about the systemic
barriers that have caused disparities in healthcare systems across the
nation,” said Mayor Lovely A. Warren. “We hope that this film
inspires more Black men to enter the medical profession, which will lead to
more equitable representation in our communities.”
The film can be viewed at any time between Feb.15–19 at: www.indiescreening.com/screen
ings/87.
The panel discussion, featuring local Black medical professionals will take
place at 6 p.m., Fri., Feb. 19. Registration is required by completing the form
located at: https://calendar.libraryweb
.org/event/7497656.
“Less Black men applied to medical school in 2014 than in 1978 and
Black men have the lowest life expectancy in the United States,” said
Dale Okorodudu, founder of Black Men in White Coats. “With only 2% of
American doctors being black men, this comes as no surprise. This documentary
dissects the systemic barriers preventing Black men from becoming medical
doctors and the consequences on society at large.”
As part of this program, the Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County
is featuring superhero posters of local Black medical professionals in library
windows throughout the month of February.
A special thank you goes out to Carolyn W. Hunt, Director of Strategic
Resource Development and Grant Management for bring this exciting program to my
attention.
Gantt, Calvin
Office of the President
02/15/2021