Melanie Tervalon

Melanie Tervalon is a medical educator and researcher known for her work on cultural humility. She emphasizes that healthcare providers should approach patients with an ongoing awareness of their own biases and a respectful curiosity about patients' diverse backgrounds. This approach promotes more equitable and effective healthcare by fostering genuine understanding and partnership, rather than assuming expertise based on cultural stereotypes. Her work encourages professionals to continuously learn from patients and recognize the power dynamics in healthcare relationships, ultimately aiming to reduce health disparities and improve patient outcomes.