Microagressions in the OR, with special guest Dr. Saroo Sharda.
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Saroo Sharda
MD
Associate Dean of Equity and Inclusion, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University
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What happens when a passing comment, a glance, or a casual joke carries more weight than intended? This conversation explores microaggressions in medicine as subtle verbal and nonverbal behaviors that reinforce stereotypes and marginalization, particularly for women, racialized clinicians, and those with disabilities in surgical spaces. A central theme is that harm can be real even without malicious intent, with repeated experiences contributing to isolation, burnout, and broader health consequences. The discussion also turns practical, emphasizing recognition, attention to hierarchy and power, thoughtful responses in the moment, follow-up support afterward, and the need to treat inclusive communication as a skill that must be practiced deliberately.
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