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The Spring 2023 Webinar Audio Seminar (WAS) of the International Association of Medical Science Educators (IAMSE), titled "Widening the Road to Health Professions Education: Expanding Access for Diverse and Underserved Populations," was designed to help health science educators explore innovative practices in recruiting and enrolling students from underserved populations into health sciences programs. From March 2, 2023, to March 30, 2023, this five-part webinar series was broadcast live to institutions and educators worldwide. This series helped participants learn about creating pathways for students to meet the unique needs of their communities.
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Belovich, A.N., Taylor, T.A.H., Bahner, I. et al. Widening the Road to Health Professions Education: Expanding Access for Diverse and Underserved Populations. Med.Sci.Educ. 34, 273–276 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40670-023-01943-4
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