Exploring accommodations along the education to employment pathway for deaf and hard of hearing healthcare professionals.
Christopher J MorelandL M MeeksM NahidK PanzerT L FancherPublished in: BMC medical education (2022)
DHH people study and practice across many health professions. While respondents were mostly successful in entering health professions programs, accommodation experiences and satisfaction varied. Satisfaction with accommodations was related to successful employment and wellness. Low satisfaction was associated with higher likelihood of depression symptoms. To increase representation in the workforce, healthcare professional schools, training programs, and employers should enhance support for the learning and working climates for people with disabilities.