The ALPS Health Equity and Advocacy Committee is dedicated to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion within the field of limb preservation. The Committee strives to address disparities in access to care, treatment outcomes, and representation within our profession, with the ultimate goal of ensuring that all individuals receive equitable and high-quality limb preservation services.
The committee is composed of dedicated professionals and experts passionate about advancing health equity and advocacy in limb preservation.
The ALPS Health Equity & Advocacy Committee members currently consists of:
DPM, FFPM RCPS (Glasg)
Dr. David Alper
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member | Co-Chair Collaboration & Outreach
Podiatric Medicine and surgery, Member of the Board of Trustees at the American Podiatric Medical Association
DPM
Dr. Elizabeth Ansert
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member
Podiatric diabetic limb salvage specialist at Thibodaux Regional Health System
DPM, AACFAS
Dr. Nick Blasingame
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member
Foot & Ankle Surgeon at White Memorial Medical Center Limb Preservation Center.
DPM
Dr. Brandon Brooks
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member
Columbia VA-HCS
DPM, AACFAS
Dr. Cyaandi Dove
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Chair, ALPS Board Member
Director of Clinical Research at UT Health San Antonio
DPM
Dr. Sunghwan Byun
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member
Portland VA healthcare system, OR
DPM
Dr. John Evans
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member | Co-chair of Research & Data Analysis
Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, MI
DPM
Dr. Keith Goss
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member | Co-chair Cultural Competency and DEI
Winslow Indian Health Care Center / Indian Health Service / U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services
DPM
Dr. Tom Hardiman
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member
Affiliated Foot Care, P.C.
DPM
Dr. Gabrielle Hutcheson
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member
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DPM, DABPM, CWSP
Dr. Brittany Kalapach
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member
Podiatric Surgeon and Wound Specialist at Central Health, Travis County, Texas
Vasc. Surg.
Dr. Jeffrey Kalish
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member | Co-chair of Research & Data Analysis
Director of Endovascular Surgery Boston Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts
Phys
Dr. Shilpa Mulki
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member
Physician diabetologist, Nairobi, Kenya
Ph.d. Stud.
James Nduati
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member
PhD Student, KEMRI Graduate School, Nairobi, Kenya
DPM
Dr. Tea Nguyen
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member
Podiatrist at Pacific Point Podiatry, Aptos California
DPM
Dr. Hau Trung Pham
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member
Director of Clinical Research Amputation Prevention Podiatry Division Boston Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts
DPM
Dr Simiso Ntuli
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member | Co-chair Cultural Competency and DEI
Head of Department of Podiatry University of Johannesburg, Randpoort, South Africa
Shreya Rao
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member
Student
DPM, CDCES, CWS
Dr. Gary Rothenberg
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member | Co-Chair Collaboration & Outreach
Clinical Associate Professor, Podiatric Medicine University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Brownsville, TX
Prosthetist Orthotist
Dr. Cameron Stewart
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member
Prosthetist Orthotist Alcam Medical & Heritage Health Network, Eastvale, CA US
MD, MPH
Dr. Dominque Woods
Health Equity & Advocacy Committee Member
CEO and President at Limitless Impact Foundation (LIF), CA
Committee Objectives
- Promote Health Equity: Identify and address barriers to equitable access to limb preservation services, particularly among underserved and marginalized populations. Develop initiatives to improve access to care and reduce disparities in treatment outcomes.
- Enhance Cultural Competency: Foster a culturally competent healthcare environment within the limb preservation community. Provide educational resources and training opportunities to help healthcare professionals better understand and address the unique needs of diverse patient populations.
- Advocate for Diversity and Inclusion: Promote diversity and inclusion within the field of limb preservation by supporting initiatives that attract and retain individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. Advocate for policies and practices that create a more inclusive and welcoming professional environment.
- Research and Data Analysis: Conduct research and data analysis to identify trends and disparities related to limb preservation care. Utilize findings to inform evidence-based interventions and policy recommendations aimed at promoting health equity and diversity.
- Collaboration and Outreach: Collaborate with other ALPS committees, healthcare organizations, community groups, and policymakers to advance health equity and diversity initiatives. Engage in outreach efforts to raise awareness about limb preservation disparities and promote inclusive practices.