This course offers 1.0 Continuing Professional Education credits to physicians, nurses, and social workers. To claim the credits, the course must be completed prior to June 12, 2026. Once your evaluation is complete, log on to CloudCME® from your left SiTEL menu, and toggle to your Transcript to find the credits.
About this Course: This enduring material is a recording of a 1-hour seminar hosted by the Georgetown University Health Justice Alliance Perinatal Legal Assistance and Wellbeing (LAW) Project at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. This important and timely panel discussion on Black Maternal Health explores the unique challenges faced by Black women in maternal healthcare. This discussion will focus on systemic disparities, legal and healthcare barriers, and actionable steps to improve maternal health outcomes for Black mothers.
Topics of Discussion Include:
- The intersection of legal and health disparities in Black maternal care
- Addressing systemic challenges in perinatal care for Black women
- Legal considerations in maternal health and wellbeing
- Strategies for healthcare providers to reduce disparities
- The role of advocacy and support for Black maternal health
This enduring material includes 1.0 CE credit for DC Health Priority Topic: Sexual and Reproductive Health, Maternal and Perinatal Health
This content offers Continuing Professional Education credits. To claim the credits, the course and evaluation must be completed prior to 6/12/2026. Once your evaluation is complete, log on to https://medstar.cloud-cme.com and toggle to your Transcript to find the credits the next business day.
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the intersection of social and health disparities among Black women.
- Identify the legal considerations in maternal health and well-being.
- Explain the role of advocacy and support for Black maternal health.
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