Future Black Physicians at Risk as DEI Scholarships Face Cuts

Following President Donald Trump’s executive order on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), the issuance of numerous scholarships for Black medical students has ceased, as reported by the Washington Post. At the University of Cincinnati, several funds established by Black physicians have been halted. Retired orthopedic surgeon Clyde Henderson urges resilience against this setback. “It would be immoral not to tackle this shortage,” he stated, highlighting the acute need for diversity in healthcare. The political climate remains challenging as various institutions face scrutiny over DEI initiatives.