I had the great opportunity to see the film Black Men in White Coats last week as part of an HMS alum event. The documentary follows several African American male doctors and, in particular, the founder of the Black Men in White Coats organization Dr. Dale Okorodudu, a pulmonary and critical care physician. Here's the trailer for the film.
African American men represent only 2% of all physicians, and they are applying to medical school in lower numbers than decades ago. Dr. Okorodudu is trying to improve those numbers through his organization's efforts, including impressive outreach to kids.
If you have a chance to see the film, I highly recommend it.
