AWARENESS Is the Best Medicine: How to Spot—and Stop—Bias Before It Harms Your LGBTQ+ Patients
Your first step toward creating an affirming, inclusive practice.
Join Dr. Lulu, a physician, queer mother, and founder of the AFFIRM Program, for a transformative webinar designed to help healthcare professionals recognize and address unconscious bias in patient care.
Thursday, June 26, 2025
6:00 PM EST
Free Patient Affirmation Starter KitWhat You’ll Learn:
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Recognize how unconscious bias manifests in clinical settings.
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Understand the impact of language and communication on patient trust.
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Learn practical strategies to create a more affirming environment for LGBTQ+ patients.
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Explore the AFFIRM framework for inclusive healthcare practices.
Who Should Attend:
This webinar is ideal for:
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Physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals.
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Healthcare administrators and staff.
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Medical educators and students.
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Anyone committed to providing equitable, affirming care.
About Dr. Lulu
Dr. Uchenna “Dr. Lulu” Umeh is a board-certified pediatrician, LGBTQ+ advocate, and founder of the AFFIRM Healthcare Professionals Prescription Program (TAHPPP). Drawing from her personal journey and professional experience, Dr. Lulu empowers healthcare providers to deliver compassionate, inclusive care to LGBTQ+ patients.
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Comment: Dr. Maiysha, love seeing you amplify this conversation! I’ve seen how vital spaces like BWLLive are for fostering authentic leadership and community. I help leaders do the same through my Affirm program creating safe, affirming spaces where healthcare professionals can show up fully. How are you seeing these conversations shift in your circles?
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Comment: Dr. Arzubi, this hits home.I’ve seen how silence can sometimes be the heaviest burden to carry. It’s one of the reasons I built my Affirm program to create space where healthcare professionals can be heard, seen, and supported. How do you personally make room for those quiet moments with yourself?
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Comment: Riddhi, your insights on children’s mental health are so important.I see how early support can transform lives. My Affirm program helps professionals like you address bias and build stronger, more inclusive care environments. Would you like to explore how this program could support your work?
Comment: Dr. Block, your journey of resilience and dedication truly stands out. I understand how critical ongoing support is in medicine. My Affirm program is designed to help clinicians like you navigate challenges and grow with confidence in inclusive care. Would you be interested in learning how Affirm can support your professional and personal journey?
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Comment: Dr. Rivers, thank you for shining a light on the intersections of neurodiversity and trans identity. I believe in creating spaces where all minds and identities are honored. I’d love to connect you with my Affirm program. It helps leaders like you build inclusive, bias-aware cultures. Would you be open to learning more?
Comment: Dr. Connors, your emphasis on trust and purpose-driven leadership deeply resonates. I see how cultivating trust is key to overcoming bias and fostering inclusive environments. My Affirm program is designed to help healthcare leaders like you embed equity into their teams. Would you be interested in exploring how it could support your leadership goals?
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Comment: Victoria, love seeing this kind of knowledge-sharing in our field. I’m always looking for spaces where diverse voices and practical insights meet. My Affirm program supports leaders in creating truly inclusive, bias-aware teams in healthcare and beyond. Would you be open to exploring how it could benefit your organization too?
Comment: Courtney, this is such a beautiful reminder to honor through both reflection and action. I believe intentional moments like these are essential for personal and collective healing. I’d love to connect and share how my Affirm program helps leaders create more inclusive, affirming spaces for every identity. Would you be open to a chat?
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