Unfortunately, most of us have some degree of bias, which can hold us back or harm our patients. Another perspective from someone with a different background may help many of us in medicine to address a patient issue more clearly. Not everybody has the same advantages or experiences. I strongly believe that diversity in medicine moves us forward as human beings. This includes racial and gender diversity up on the podium, in scientific papers, during clinical trials, and while consulting. In my opinion, it is important to advocate for what I strongly believe in. Why do you feel it is important to advocate for racial and gender diversity? Do challenges remain? In her opinion (and she is biased) women have to work twice as hard as men. My mother taught me that practicing medicine as a woman you had to study harder than the men and raise your hand more so that you could be noticed.
#JEANINE DOWNIE PROFESSIONAL#
From my firm handshake, to my direct look in my patient’s eyes, to my posture, they both taught me that it is not only knowledge that makes you an effective physician, but your overall professional demeanor. They both taught me the importance of honest communication with patients. Her father was a dentist back in the roaring days of Harlem. My mother is a pediatrician who still practices part-time at 85 years old. What did you learn from physicians in your family about practicing medicine, particularly as a woman? Downie is a well-known lecturer, author of journal acticles, and founding director of image Dermatology in Montclair, NJ. “I decided that the combination of medicine, surgery, cosmetic, and medical would be perfect for me in dermatology.” Dr. Her grandfather told her she would be doctor. It was an amazing experience that I would have never had if I had not been privileged enough to be on television.”Īs a child and teen with bad acne and bad eczema, Jeanine Downie, MD wanted to fix her skin. Tears welled up in my eyes as I explained to her how much creative, powerful, and dignified women like her meant to younger women like me. She called me her child and took my hands. I learned that in the heat of the moment, I will not choke.” Subsequent invites ensued, leading to the opportunity to meet Maya Angelou on the set of “The Today Show.” “She was ethereal, and I was stunned. “I smiled and I laughed and I was charming and I channeled my inner calm. Following radio work, she was “a nervous wreck” for her first television stint-on “The View” with Barbara Walters. Downie’s “deep voice, with no traceable accent,” is well suited to broadcast.
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