Webinar – Cultural Sensitivity in Asking the Question
March 17, 2026
Alan Shindel, Daniela Wittmann & Sandrine Atallah
The recording will be available within one week after the live webinar.
Introduction
Discussing sexual health can be challenging, especially when cultural norms influence how openly patients feel they can speak. This webinar explores how to navigate these conversations with sensitivity and respect, ensuring that discussions are both effective and culturally appropriate.
Experts will provide strategies for overcoming barriers, building trust, and fostering openness in diverse healthcare settings. Through real-world examples and practical tips, attendees will gain the tools to approach sexual health discussions in a way that honors patients’ cultural backgrounds.
Join us to learn how to make sexual health conversations more inclusive and impactful.
Key Takeaways
- Tailor sexual health conversations to respect and align with diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Build trust and encourage openness in discussions through culturally sensitive approaches.
- Acquire tips and examples of how to navigate barriers in culturally conservative settings.
Speakers
Daniela Wittmann, PhD, LMSW
Associate Professor Emerita of Urology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
Sandrine Atallah, MD, FECSM
Psycho-Sexology AUBMC, Beirut, Lebanon
How to get your certificate?
Participants in 2026 are eligible to receive a total of 4.0 CME credits upon completion of all ISSM & Movember webinars, whether attended live on January 16, March 24, June 11, or viewed on-demand in 2026. Full participation in all sessions is required.
You will receive a reminder after the final webinar with instructions on how to receive your certificate.
Breaking Barriers in Conversations Cultural Sensitivity in Healthcare Inclusive Healthcare Practices Patient Trust & Openness Sexual Health Communication
