From The School Bus To The Hospital, A Doctor's Experiences With Racism
Ayim Darkeh's mother worried about his safety when he was wasn't at home. Darkeh told her he hopes he's able to protect his own son and "he has the opportunity to be young and just grow."
by Mitra Bonshahi
Aug 28, 2020
2 minutes
As nationwide protests continue to inspire conversations about racial inequity in America, Ayim Darkeh is reminded of his not-so-distant past.
Darkeh, an emergency room doctor in New York City, spoke with his mother, Shirley, in June about his experiences with racism, dating back to childhood.
The family moved to Westbury, Long Island, in the 1970s, where Ayim was one
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