The Adtalem Global Education Foundation (The Foundation) has awarded a $20,000 grant to The Dysautonomia Project (TDP) to expand The Residents Course, an intensive three-day course in autonomic medicine that is funded and administered by TDP to medical residents, in an ongoing effort to improve patient outcomes by educating healthcare professionals, patients, and communities about disorders of the autonomic nervous system.
The funding will support the development of The Clinician Program, which is designed to complement The Residents Course by providing established clinicians with advanced training and resources to better diagnose and treat dysautonomia, a complex and often misunderstood condition that impacts more than 70 million people.
“As the global leader in dysautonomia education, TDP is expanding the groundbreaking work of The Residents Course to include The Clinician Program, a new, one-day concurrent program for doctors, nurses and other advanced healthcare providers,” said Alexandra Key, executive director of TDP. “Through generous support from the Adtalem Global Education Foundation, this new medical education program will widen access to care for dysautonomia patients everywhere.”
The Foundation supports partners and programs that strengthen the healthcare workforce pipeline for minorities, increase access to quality education, address healthcare disparities, and promote economic growth through workforce development in the healthcare industry. The Foundation’s sole member is Adtalem Global Education, the number one provider of healthcare education in the U.S.[1]
“To effectively advance health equity and address disparities in healthcare, including gaps in access and quality, it needs to be done at scale,” said Blake Simpson, senior vice president, chief communications and corporate affairs officer. “Through the Foundation, Adtalem Global Education broadens its impact in the healthcare industry by supporting organizations like TDP that are committed to improving patient outcomes by exponentially increasing the number of clinicians educated in specialty medical fields.”
The Foundation’s grant to TDP underscores the importance of having access to high-quality education, supporting the development of the communities where we live and work; and combating inequality in the healthcare industry.
The Clinician Program is an eight-hour medical education program serving up to 150 established doctors, nurses and other advanced healthcare providers from across the U.S. It will be held on Friday, January 24, 2025, in Clearwater Beach, Florida.
About The Dysautonomia Project: The Dysautonomia Project is the global leader in dysautonomia education with a mission to educate healthcare providers, patients, and communities.
About Adtalem Global Education Foundation: Founded in 2010, the Adtalem Global Education Foundation is organized to support charitable, educational and research purposes. The Foundation’s sole member is Adtalem Global Education. The Foundation’s activities reflect a commitment to supporting causes and programs that aim to expand the healthcare workforce pipeline and address disparities in the industry. Visit the Adtalem Global Education Foundation for more information.
About Adtalem Global Education: Adtalem Global Education (NYSE: ATGE) is the leading provider of healthcare education in the U.S., shaping the future of healthcare by preparing a diverse workforce with high-quality academic programs. We innovate education pathways, align with industry needs and empower individuals to reach their full potential. Our commitment to excellence and inclusivity is reflected in our expansive network of institutions, serving over 80,000 students and supported by a strong community of over 300,000 alumni and nearly 10,000 dedicated employees. Discover more Adtalem.com for more information and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.
[1] Based on most recent reported year, 2022, according to U.S. government IPEDS database.
