The Importance of Diversity in Clinical Teams
Healthcare organizations should focus on diversifying their clinical teams to better serve the needs of their patients. It is important to be intentional and invest in things such as language access services to ensure all members of the community are being served. Additionally, it is important to recognize the unique needs of certain populations, such as transgender children, and to be sensitive and structured in addressing those needs. When looking for someone to lead efforts in these areas, it is important to be honest with them about the ask and allow them to provide honest feedback.
Investing in Solutions for Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
In order to make real progress in areas of D&I within an organization, it is important to invest both time and money. Healthcare organizations should take advantage of the moment in time and invest in solutions and strategies to improve health equity, inclusion and diversity in clinical teams and amongst patients in the community. It is also important to identify the gaps that exist in your environment and be intentional or strategic when addressing them.
Staying Motivated for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Healthcare
It is easy to lose motivation when doing work for diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare. However, it is important to remember that diversity is not just about someone’s color or their country of origin. The diversity that individuals bring and that comes out in their thoughts and their processes and their actions is what makes the team diverse and improves care for the patient. Healthcare leaders can stay motivated by celebrating successes, sharing stories, and continuing to engage in intentional conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare.
Increasing Diversity in Healthcare
Rani shared an example they were proud of at UI Health – they increased the number of underrepresented in medicine residency match by 25%, a significant improvement in diversity. Healthcare leaders can make a difference with partnerships, such as the Morehouse School of Medicine partnership with Common Spirit Health, and by getting out to partner with academies and youth to show them that they can be anything they want.
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