2024 Black Women's Healthcare Summit
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2024 Black Women's Healthcare Summit

Hosted by CBC's Tashauna Reid, join us for a transformative evening that explores the unique needs and gaps in Black women's health.

Date and time

Wednesday, November 20 · 5:15 - 9pm EST

Location

Toronto Public Library - Toronto Reference Library

789 Yonge Street Toronto, ON M4W 2G8 Canada

Refund Policy

No Refunds

Agenda

5:15 PM - 5:50 PM

Registration & Coat Check

Light refreshments served

6:00 PM - 6:15 PM

Event Begins

Introduction and welcome remarks

6:15 PM - 7:15 PM

The Skin We’re In: Hair and Dermatological Health for Black Women

Dr. Marissa Joseph

Dr. Renée Beach

Christal Malcolm

Many skin conditions and diseases present differently on darker skin tones – yet the nuances of treating patients with different skin tones is not included in the training of most dermatologists. Le...

7:15 PM - 8:00 PM

Reception & Networking

Food and beverage will be served

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Heart of the Matter: Black Women’s Cardiovascular Health

Dr. Tosin Osuntokun

Dr. Husam Abdel-Qadir

Dr. Cindy Maxwell

Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for Canadian Black women? Our experts are busting myths and shedding light on some of the lesser-known risks that Black women face when ...

About this event

Women’s College Hospital’s Black Women’s Healthcare Summit is back and bigger than ever! Join us on November 20, 2024, for a transformative evening of learning and networking while exploring the unique needs and gaps in Black women’s health.

Featuring CBC's Tashauna Reid, the 2024 Black Women’s Healthcare Summit will focus on skin, hair and heart health, and address the unique healthcare challenges that Black women experience due to the intersectionality of race, gender and health.

With each ticket, you will recieve:

  • Access to both panels & networking opportunities
  • Food and beverages
  • A custom tote bag
  • One raffle ticket for the chance to win door prizes

*NEW* Community Tickets:

Support a community member in attending this important event! By purchasing a Community Ticket, you can provide access to someone who might not otherwise be able to take part. Women’s College Hospital is connecting with local community partners and programs to ensure that each Community Ticket purchased reaches those most impacted by the topics covered at the event.

Together, we can continue to tackle systemic disparities and revolutionize healthcare for all.

Check out our website to learn about this year’s topics, panelists and more!

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