Humanism in Medicine with Dr. Charlene Green | Introducing the SMA Dialogue Series

The Social Mission Alliance (SMA) Dialogue Series is a new video initiative amplifying diverse voices in health professions education. Through in-depth conversations, we feature administrators, policymakers, faculty, students, and community members sharing real experiences, advocacy stories, and insights into the disconnects between medical training and the communities served.

In the inaugural episode of the SMA Dialogue Series, Executive Director Toyese Oyeyemi sits down with Dr. Charlene K. Green, Assistant Dean of Admissions at the UC Davis School of Medicine. Dr. Green shares powerful insights on fostering humanism in medical training, bridging the gap between medical education and community needs, and building a more equitable and compassionate healthcare system.

From her leadership in admissions to her commitment to social mission and health equity, Dr. Green offers thoughtful reflections every health professions educator, student, and leader should hear.

Topics Covered:

• The current disconnects between medical training and real community needs
• How to embed humanism and empathy into professional identity formation
• Creating more equitable admissions and training pathways
• Advice for the next generation of socially accountable physicians