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Accessibility isn’t an afterthought—it’s a business imperative. Organizations often ask: “Where do we start with accessibility?” That’s exactly why we redesigned our website, www.2axend.com—to provide actionable guidance for businesses, organizations, and leaders working to create barrier-free and inclusive experiences for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals. We invite you to explore the new website at www.2axend.com and join us in shaping a more inclusive world. Let’s build better experiences—together. ?? Tag a colleague who should see this! #2axend #DeafAccessibility #InclusiveDesign

The agenda for Sunday of the 2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters includes a session with Dr. Ashley W., a Deaf pharmacist, who will discuss commonly prescribed medications for various types of cancers and their respective side effects. Dr. Walker will also discuss how each medication works to provide the participant with general knowledge of each category of medication. As this is an important topic, we have an important question for you: Will you be joining us? Register for the #DIHCSummit25 today at www.2axend.com/summit. –– Image Description: This is a promotional graphic for the 2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters, a virtual conference taking place April 25-27, 2025. Specifically, the graphic shares details of Dr. Ashley Walker’s session that is scheduled for Sunday, April 27th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT and is titled ‘Understanding Medication: Oncology-Related Drugs.’ The event is hosted by 2axend. A registration URL, www.2axend.com/summit, is provided.

Boost your medical interpreting skills with Nigel Howard's deep dive into the skeletal system at the 2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters. During this session, Nigel will explore the intricacies of the skeletal system and discuss effective strategies for rendering accurate interpretations in healthcare settings. Gain confidence in your anatomical knowledge and elevate your practice –?join us and register for the summit at www.2axend.com/summit! Register for the #DIHCSummit25 at www.2axend.com/summit. –– Image Description: This is a promotional graphic for the 2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters, a virtual conference taking place April 25-27, 2025. Specifically, the graphic shares details of a session titled ‘Linguistics and Considerations of the Immune System’ that will be presented by Nigel Howard on Friday, April 25th from 5:45 PM to 7:45 PM CT. The event is hosted by 2axend. A registration URL, www.2axend.com/summit, is provided.

How often do you have the opportunity to learn from a Deaf professional who has experience working in the operating room? As providers often use medical terminology and anatomy to clarify surgical procedures to patients, we’re excited to have Julia Bartsch, a Deaf certified physician assistant, provide classification of anatomy, review typical “day-of-surgery” vocabulary, and visually describe common physiology seen in surgical diseases. Leave this session feeling more confident about facilitating physician-patient communication as it pertains to perioperative-related encounters. #DIHCSummit25 –– Image Description: This is a promotional graphic for the 2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters, a virtual conference taking place April 25-27, 2025. Specifically, the graphic shares details of Julia Bartsch’s session that is scheduled for Saturday, April 26th from 3:45 – 5:45 PM CT and is titled ‘Interpreting Perioperative Medicine and Anatomy.’ The event is hosted by 2axend. A registration URL, www.2axend.com/summit, is provided.

Many thanks to the ACGME for inviting us to be a part of this much needed conversation to ensure residents and fellows are prepared to meet the needs of the disability community, a population that includes Deaf and hard of hearing individuals! We were thrilled to collaborate with our friends at Association of Medical Professionals with Hearing Losses and other like-minded organizations for three days on opportunities to scale impact and drive healthcare outcomes. #DisabilityEducation #DisabilityAwareness #DeafInHealthcare

Join 2axend founder and CEO Corey Axelrod for "Championing Language Access," a collaborative roundtable discussion during the 2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters. This session will provide all participants a platform to discuss how to navigate healthcare complexities and advocate for equitable language access. Share your experiences and learn from others –?register for the summit today: www.2axend.com/summit. #DIHCSummit25 –– Image Description: This is a promotional graphic for the 2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters, a virtual conference taking place April 25-27, 2025. Specifically, the graphic shares details of Corey Axelrod’s session that is scheduled for Saturday, April 25th from 1:30 – 3:00 PM CT and is titled ‘Championing Language Access: A Collaborative Roundtable for Interpreters.’ The event is hosted by 2axend. A registration URL, www.2axend.com/summit, is provided.

OB/GYN care: It's more complex than you may realize. ?? This multifaceted field involves a range of providers, from doctors and midwives to genetic counselors and lactation specialists, addressing everything from routine screenings to complex issues like infertility. We’re thrilled to have Kimberly Kelstone with us during 2axend's 2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters as she will discuss the complexities and sensitivities of this vital specialty to ensure you can confidently and comfortably accept these kinds of assignments. #DIHCSummit25 –– Image Description: This is a promotional graphic for the 2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters, a virtual conference taking place April 25-27, 2025. Specifically, the graphic shares details of Kimberly Kelstone’s session that is scheduled for Saturday, April 26th from 10:00 – 12:00 PM CT and is titled ‘Infertility, Induction, and IUDs – Understanding and Interpreting Gynecologic and Obstetric Care.’ The event is hosted by 2axend. A registration URL, www.2axend.com/summit, is provided.

Get ready to shape the future together! ?? The final schedule for the 2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters taking place April 25-27, 2025 is now available! View the complete summit agenda, including session titles, descriptions and learning objectives, at https://lnkd.in/gw_RvR_p. Don’t miss out, secure your spot now at #DIHCSummit25: https://lnkd.in/g8mDgMDQ. –– Image Description: This is the agenda for the 2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters, a virtual conference taking place from April 25 to April 27, 2025. The schedule is organized into three columns, one for each day, outlining sessions, breaks, and networking opportunities on topics such as medical interpreting, language access, and healthcare communication. Each session includes a title, time (in Central Time), and a brief description, with discussions covering areas like medical imaging, ethics, and specialized healthcare fields. At the bottom, the image provides the summit website (www.2axend.com/summit) for more details and registration.

'Balancing the Scales: The History, Ethics, and Future of Weight Loss Drugs' with Nicole Fleming is a must-attend during 2axend's 2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters! This session will offer valuable information for sign language interpreters seeking to expand their medical vocabulary and understanding of this complex topic. #DIHCSummit25 –– Image Description: This is a promotional graphic for the 2025 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters, a virtual conference taking place April 25-27, 2025. Specifically, the graphic shares details of Nicole Fleming’s session that is scheduled for Saturday, April 26th from 10:00 – 12:00 PM CT and is titled ‘Balancing the Scales: The History, Ethics, and Future of Weight Loss Drugs.’ The event is hosted by 2axend. A registration URL, www.2axend.com/summit, is provided.

Our 2025 Q1 roundtable discussion for healthcare professionals and administrators will take place on Thursday, March 20th from 12 – 1:30pm CT. These conversations enable participants to share resources and strategies that enhance the quality of care and patient satisfaction for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals. To join us in March, sign up at https://lnkd.in/gMfZe6za. #DeafInHealthcare #HealthEquity