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  Unforeseen Consequences of Visual Literacy: Alternative Mechanisms for Creating a More Inclusive Environment

  Lorin Jackson, Kelleen Maluski, and Jonathan Pringle

  Acknowledging the commendable efforts of colleagues in articulating significant concepts and theoretical approaches to enhance visual literacy within the LIS field, this work critically examines the Visual Literacy (VL) Framework. The analysis calls for a more inclusive representation of diverse experiences, particularly those of individuals with disabilities. Drawing inspiration from the conceptualization of critique as care, the study emphasizes a collaborative approach to integrate social justice, equity, and inclusion principles better into LIS work. While recognizing the VL Framework's value as a starting point, the study identifies gaps related to universal accessibility and challenges in the language used. The chapter emphasizes the need for practical guidance on implementing the VL Framework components in real-time. The chapter delves into the language used in discussing visual literacy, highlighting its potential perpetuation of exclusion. In the context of visual literacy pedagogy, the study poses reflective questions to promote inclusivity in higher education settings. Ethical considerations regarding material interactions and institutional access are also explored.

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  Appendix 1: College of Medicine Departmental Synoptic Histories

  J. G. Reves

  This is a multi-contributor compilation of the histories of all the academic departments in the College of Medicine. It was edited by Philippa Newfield, MD, and J.G. Reves, MD. Each department in the College of Medicine has a history and the histories are told primarily by the chairs of the departments.

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  Telehealth: Reaching Out to Patients and Providers

  Ragan DuBose-Morris, Katherine E. Chike-Harris, Kelli Garber, Aric M. Shimek, and Kelli Stroud

  The integration of telehealth modalities into clinical, research and education systems is an evolving area of health informatics. While many of these technology concepts are not novel, their applications in today’s healthcare ecosystem provide the opportunity for the development of high-quality, secure interactions to better support patients, caregivers and their providers. Important regulatory, professional and legislative guidelines have been established to guide the development of technologies and practices across various practice settings, geographic areas and patient populations. This chapter explores telehealth applications and innovations related to service development specific to the integration of telehealth into health informatics systems and in partnership with broader healthcare teams.

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  Braving Our Blind Spots: Using a Virtual Book Discussion Group to Continue Conversations on Implicit Bias in Libraries

  Shannon Jones, Kelsa Bartley, Melissa DeSantis, Ryan Harris, Don Jason, and Dede Rios

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  Telehealth Technology, Information, and Data System Considerations

  Ragan Dubose-Morris, Michael Caputo, and Michael Haschker

  This chapter explores the specific technologies that enable telehealth services in the areas of evaluation, monitoring, consultation, treatment, and care coordination. Historical, current, and future state applications are explored through case examples as a way to demonstrate technical functionality and capabilities. The foundational underpinning of broadband networks and the technological processes supported through telehealth vendors are presented. Additional discussions present examples of established systems, areas where interoperability is functional and the need for advancements in HIT technologies to better address security protocols and validate health analytics.

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  Leadership Begins with You

  Shannon D. Jones

  Chapter from "Choosing to Lead: The Motivational Factors of Underrepresented Minority Librarians in Higher Education," edited by Antonia Olivas.