Creating a Diverse Healthcare Workforce

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"Erie Niagara AHEC has helped me solidify what I want to pursue as a career. From visiting research labs to understanding how medical school works, my love for the healthcare field has grown immensely. I appreciate everything this opportunity has brought forth."

Muhsinah, Pre-Med Student

Erie Niagara AHEC Spotlight

Apply now to become a Doula!

Become a doula and learn how to Empower, Educate, and Elevate mothers! Erie Niagara AHEC is recruiting individuals interested in growing the doula community in Erie and Niagara County to work with Medicaid eligible moms.

Use the link below to apply to join the Doula Task Force by October 3rd!

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Special Projects: Maternal Health

Erie Niagara AHEC in collaboration with the Erie County Doula Task Force is working to address the maternal health disparities seen within Black/African American women in Erie County. Together, we aim to enhance the impact of the New York State Doula Pilot Program, in which Medicaid-eligible pregnant women can receive doula services at no out-of-pocket cost.

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Upcoming Events

Tue 18 Oct
Introduction to Health Literacy
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Oct 18, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
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Low health literacy is pervasive across all populations. Learn about health literacy and how to address the problem.
Tue 15 Nov
Intermediate Health Literacy
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Nov 15, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
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The second part of Health Literacy training is about becoming a health literate organization where all patients can succeed and thrive.
Tue 17 Jan
Social Determinants of Health
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Jan 17, 2023, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
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Learn how education, neighborhood, and economic stability affect health outcomes.
Tue 21 Feb
Teach-Back Method
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Feb 21, 2023, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
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Communication mistakes account for the majority of medical errors. Learn skills to ensure medical information is clearly understood by patients.
Tue 21 Mar
Introduction to Cultural Competency
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Mar 21, 2023, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
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Culturally competent health care improves patient safety, communication, and satisfaction. Learn strategies to implement culturally competent practices.
Tue 18 Apr
Intermediate Cultural Competency
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Apr 18, 2023, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
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Learn the benefits to and elements of becoming a culturally competent healthcare organization.

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Erie Niagara Area Health Education Center

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Email: info@erieniagaraahec.org

Phone: 716.835.9358

Address: 77 Goodell St, Suite 460, Buffalo, NY 14203

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