Panel Discussion: The Lived Experience of Disability in Maine: Better Care for Patients with Disabilities


Objectives:

-Understand the lived experience of patients with disabilities in Maine
-Outline the barriers to equitable rights (Voting, transportation, medical care)
-Describe some practical considerations and tips for creating more welcoming environments for these individuals (both in the exam room and in the world more generally)

The Maine Osteopathic Association is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. The Maine Osteopathic Association designates this program for a maximum of 1.0 AOA Category 1-A credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.

MOA Grievance Policy: All grievances should be initially directed in writing to the MOA Executive Director by email to info@mainedo.org who will share them with the MOA's Program Committee. Grievances will receive a response within 30 days of receipt. If you do not receive a satisfactory response, you may notify the Council on Continuing Medical Education, AOA, 142 East Ontario St., Chicago, IL 60611.