“Echoing Voices of Disparities in Endometriosis through Education and Awareness
ENDOECHO INITIATIVE
Lesley Boadu, a recent University of Richmond graduate with aspirations to become an OB/GYN, stands at the forefront of a collaborative endeavor with EndoArmy. EndoArmy seeks to empower Lesley’s efforts in creating the EndoEcho initiative, focused on catalyzing systemic change within gynecologic medicine, with a particular emphasis on addressing healthcare disparities. Lesley and her supportive network hope to educate and empower underrepresented patients and individuals, with a special focus on youth, people of color, and the LGBTQ community to promote advocacy for their health effectively.
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EndoEcho is thrilled to announce its multi-day educational community event taking place in Richmond, VA, from July 15th to July 20th. EndoEcho’s primary focus will be on tackling the pressing issue of racial disparities in endometriosis care.
Tickets are free but please RSVP so we know a rough estimate of how many people will be coming!
Join us for an event featuring a diverse lineup of speakers and panelists, including endometriosis and pelvic health surgical specialist Dr. Kenneth Barron, EndoEcho founder Lesley Boadu, patient advocate and EndoArmy director Kianna Scott, maternal mental health specialist and doula Natasha Aldridge, pelvic floor physical therapists Amanda Miller and Emily Driscoll, community mental health advocate Lucie Amrhein, with more to come!
It doesn’t stop at education! We’ll delve into the needs of future community outreach programs alongside you, our local community. Engage in interactive workshops and sessions where you can connect with specialists, and empower youth, people of color, the LGBTQ community, and fellow patients to foster community and discover improved care options!
Topics will include:
Unveiling the Past: Tracing the History of Endometriosis Amidst Racial and Gender Injustices
Empowering Unbiased Care: Navigating Current Endometriosis Treatments, Research Insights, and the Evolving Landscape of Gynecological Care
Endo Expert Q&A: Insights from the Specialists
Catalyzing Change: Addressing Racial Disparities in Healthcare & Empowering Patients for Systemic Impact
Pharmaceutical Ethos: Navigating Testing, Inequities, and Ethical Conundrums
Teen Talk: Take Charge of Your Health Now with Doctor Barron
Nutrition and Holistic Health: Empowering Endometriosis Management
Supporting Through Understanding: A Guide for Partners and Loved Ones of Endometriosis Patients
Beyond the Pain: Understanding Endometriosis-Associated Infertility
Fertility Equity: Addressing Disparities in Fertility Care through a Holistic Lens, Including Race & LGBTQ Consideration
Unlocking Relief: The Role of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy in Endometriosis Care
Meet LESLEY BOADU, Endo Echo Leader & Patient advocate
Lesley Boadu, a recent graduate from the University of Richmond, has earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies. A passionate advocate for women’s health and a champion against racial disparities in healthcare, Lesley has taken a significant step towards her goals by spearheading EndoEcho, an initiative focused on educating and raising awareness about endometriosis, with a special emphasis on the health disparities affecting Black women. With her deep commitment to advancing healthcare equity, Lesley aspires to pursue a career as an OB/GYN, where she aims to contribute meaningfully to eradicating health disparities in the medical field, ensuring better outcomes and empowerment for OB/GYN patients of all backgrounds.