Black Men in White Coats showcases career path to health care – Central Penn Business Journal

Listen to this article WellSpan Health and York College hosted a youth summit to introduce a diverse group of middle and high school students to careers in health care on May 18.  The second annual Black Men in White Coats Youth Summit drew more than 300 students and caregivers to the event which is part of an effort to improve the health of south-central Pennsylvania communities, the organizations said.  “We need to look no further than our own communities for our future health care professionals and this youth summit ensures that anyone who has an interest in this career path has support in doing so,” said Kim Brister, vice president and chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer, WellSpan Health. “At WellSpan, we believe in the power of diversity, and the importance of offering programs and an inclusive culture in which every person feels welcomed, respected, and valued.”   The interactive, hands-on activities offered at the event to students in grades 6-12 showcased the numerous career possibilities within health care and encouraged them to consider a career by introducing the practical aspects of health care professions and real people who look just like them, WellSpan Health said.   “We are thrilled to partner...