Meet Dr. Karimi Gituma of Foward

Meet Dr. Karimi Gituma of Foward Below is an article originally published by PowerToFly Partner Forward. Go to Forwards Page on PowerToFly to see their open positions and learn more.Were thrilled to introduce our newest Forward San Francisco physician, Dr. Karimi Gituma. Karimi received her MD at Harvard and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at UCSF, and previously practiced medicine at Kaiser Permanente.What first drew you to practice medicine?As a young child I grew up inspired by my mother who was a nurse. I have always been fascinated by the philanthropisch body, understanding the anatomy and physiology that keeps everything in perfect balance and harmony.What areas of interest do you have as a physician?The management of complex, chronic medical conditions and the impact that stress, diet, lifestyle and environmental risk factors have on ansicht illnesses.What do you value most in your relationships with members?I value forming deep and meaningful relationships with m embers and having the opportunity to support them in their journey towards optimizing and achieving their health and wellness goals being there for them in their time of need and getting to celebrate with them as they achieve these important milestones.What is your experience of the current healthcare industry? Where would you most like to see improvements or changes?Providing high quality healthcare has become increasingly challenging due to the rise in cost, demand and complexity of illnesses. The upsurge of chronic medical illnesses and cancers across all age groups and demographics is very concerning and the current healthcare structure is leid equipped to deal with this tidal wave. Majority of these illnesses can be mitigated through lifestyle changes, stress management and an increased focus on mindfulness. Proactive rather than reactive medicine will be key to turning this around. I would like to see more time and emphasis spent on preventive medicine and the incorporation of wellness into daily medical practice.Why did you decide to join Forward?I am very excited to be joining Forward, as it provides a revolutionary approach to member-centered healthcare delivery and the integration of tech in the primary care setting. Longer appointment times with members allows me to establish a meaningful patient-doctor relationship which is important to me. Providing holistic, proactive medicine, with a focus on prevention and wellness I believe, will significantly improve overall health outcomes for our members.What has struck you as most different about the care here?In my time here, I have been struck by how much the technology really helps me form deeper relationships with the members I see. Not having to take notes allows me to fully focus on our conversation when members are present. The chat feature and connected sensors allow me to get real-time, real-life monitoring which helps us tailor and personalize members treatment plans as we work together towards a chieving their health goals.Whats one fun fact about you that our members might not know?I love, love, love to travel but I have zero sense of direction ).Interested in taking control over the future of your health with a new kind of primary care? Were ready when you are. Become a Member One of the biggest challenges in almost all industries today is achieving gender parity. Gender diversity provides huge benefits in the workplace. pWhile some industries have made significant advancements in gender diversity, some industries lag further behind... and the construction industry is well-known for being in the latter category. If someone says, construction workers, youll likely picture a group of men in yellow hard hats analyzing an architects plans or laying bricks on top of a scaffold. And men at work signs only help to reinforce this image.pThis stereotype is rooted in reality. When was the last time you actually spotted a woman on a const ruction site? Or hired a female plumber or carpenter? Your answer is most likely never. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statisticsreports that only 3.4% of the total of 8.3 1000000 construction employees are women.pBut the construction industry has a lot more to offer than steel-toed boots and hard hats, and it needs women to help advance the industry in this era of rapid change. Here are 5 reasons why women joining the workforce or looking to make a pivot should consider a career in construction.h21. Fuel Innovation/h2pNot only is diversity the socially and morally right thing to do, but it is also actually an excellent business strategy. pResearch presented in the Harvard Business Reviewshows that diverse teams develop more innovative ideas. This is further supported by a study conducted by Gallupon the performance of gender-diverse teams versus single-gender teams, which found that the difference in backgrounds and perspectives led to better business performance and problem-solving. h22. Capitalize on Demand/h2pThe construction industry is currently experiencing a labor shortage. The industry itself is booming and projected to be one of the fastest-growing industries, with total spending projected to exceed $1.45 trillion in 2023/a. However, most construction companies are unable to meet the rising demand. pAccording to the Associated General Contractors of America/a, more than 80% of contractors are experiencing difficulties filling hourly craft positions that represent the bulk of the construction workforce.pAnd demand isnt limited to individual contributor roles. Given the industry boom, there are a number of open stable and high-paying roles (any project managers out there?) waiting for the right candidateh23. Leadership Opportunities/h2pAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistics/a, women compose only 7.7% of the total 1 million managerial positions in construction.br/pBut given the highly collaborative nature of construction work, more women in leadershi p roles would help drive innovation and enhance productivity.Furthermore, as a woman in construction in a leadership position, youd have the unique opportunity to drive change for the industry and make it a more attractive option for other women.h24. High-Income Potential/h2pSalaries for many skilled positions in construction are on the rise, making a construction career a prime choice for women looking for a high-paying job,pThe 2018 Construction Craft Salary Surveyconducted by the National Center for Construction Education and Research revealed that salaries for many skilled craft areas are increasing. Project managers and project supervisors topped the list at $92,523 and $88,355, respectively. The next set of highest-paying jobs include those of combo welders ($71,067), instrumentation technicians ($70,080), pipe welders ($69,222), power line workers ($68,262) and industrial electricians ($67,269). Of the 32 categories of workers in the survey, 19 positions earned an average sal ary of $60,000 or higher.h25. Sense of accomplishment/h2p The construction industry can give employees a unique sense of achievement. Yes, the job is stressful and the work can be demanding, but nothing beats the feeling of being able to build something from the ground up. pHow many professionals in other industries can point at a school, a hospital, or a skyscraper and say I helped build that?pThe construction industry has a long way to go in combating gender bias and supporting women in the workforce, but given the current demand for workers, theres no better time to pick up a sledgehammer (figurative or literal) and smash the gender stereotypes plaguing the construction industry.

Three ASME Student Members Complete Summer Public Policy Internships

Three ASME Student Members Complete Summer Public Policy Internships Three ASME Student Members Complete Summer Public Policy Internships Three ASME Student Members Complete Summer Public Policy InternshipsASMEs 2013 WISE interns Emily Beagle, Nathan Sacks and Marie Stettler. ASME student members, Emily Beagle, Nathan Sacks, and Marie Stettler, recently served as ASMEs 2013 Washington Internships for Students of Engineering (WISE) interns. Beagle, Sacks and Settler were among 14 students, sponsored by seven engineering societies, participating in the program this summer.Ranked in the past as one of the best internships in the U.S. by the Princeton Review, WISE offers a unique opportunity to third- and fourth- year engineering students to spend the summer in Washington, D.C., learning about the interaction of technology and public policy. The 2013 WISE internships lasted from June 3- Aug. 2.Selected from a nationwide competition, Beagle, Sacks, and Stettler spent nine weeks learnin g how government officials make decisions on complex technological issues and how engineers can contribute to legislative and regulatory public policy decisions. At the end of the nine weeks, the interns produced a public policy paper on a topic of interest to them and ASME, and then presented their findings on Capitol Hill. Beagles paper examined the future of biofuels in the United States, specifically examining the renewable fuel standard (RFS). While the RFS has not been as successful as expected, Beagle argues that the goals of the RFS are still laudable, and recommends some short-term and long-term modifications, such as giving the mandated requirements in percentages of total fuel use instead of volumetric requirements.In his paper, Sacks encouraged the use of biodiesel school buses, specifically how these buses can help local school districts save money, improve health, and reduce emissions. Sacks presents the benefits and challenges of using biodiesel in school buses, and p rovides specific examples of how local school districts are implementing such initiatives.Finally, Stettlers paper provides a case study-driven investigation of the science and technology (ST) communitys involvement in international development, specifically as it relates to simple, small-scale, assistive devices for the disabled within the developing world. Stettler highlights successes in this relatively small innovation area, such as the use of the low-profit, limited liability company tax status, and encourages their broader use in the ST communitys involvement in international development.ASME is now accepting applications for its 2014 WISE intern. The ASME application can downloaded at www.wise-intern.org/application/index.html, and this years application deadline is Dec. 31. To see examples of previous years policy papers, visit www.wise-intern.org/journal. In addition to third- and fourth- year engineering students, recent graduates who are beginning study in an engineering policy-related masters program will also be considered. WISE interns are provided housing in a dormitory on the campus of George Washington University in the heart of Washington, D.C., and receive a stipend to assist with living and travel expenses. For more information, visit the ASME WISE program website, or Melissa Carl, manager, Government Relations, at carlmasme.org.Melissa Carl, ASME Government Relations