Access & opportunity for all

We’re committed to uplifting everyone by recognizing and respecting the diversity and cultural backgrounds of our patients. Through self-reflection and lifelong learning, we work to understand biases and provide better care. We emphasize building genuine, respectful relationships and learning from the unique cultural perspectives of those we serve. This enables us to deliver personalized, effective care that values the unique experiences and cultural identities of those we serve.

We’re committed to delivering care in ways that are culturally sensitive, effective and easy to understand. Effective communication is essential to delivering high-quality, compassionate health care. Our professional medical and sign language interpreters play a vital role in bridging communication between patients, families and providers to ensure language isn’t a barrier to excellent care.

We’re committed to offering services to all patients regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation. As a partner with our patients and the communities we serve, we work to improve health through inclusive and respectful care that celebrates people for who they are.

We embrace the diversity of our teammates, clinicians, faculty and students. We’re intentional in creating an environment of belonging through system resource groups, inclusion councils and committees. Our teammates gain opportunities to come together based on common identities, experiences, backgrounds and interests.

We’re committed to fostering a culture that prioritizes learning and education for all. Our teammates have access and opportunities to learn in a variety of ways including conferences, certificate programs, instructor-led leadership development courses, guided courageous conversations, self-paced digital learning and more.

Diversity and inclusion is not only a foundational part of our culture, but also a competitive advantage that allows us to provide excellent care to all whose lives we touch. We’re committed to fostering the growth and development of our teammates through mentorship and sponsorship programs, administrative fellowships, internships and career development pathways.

We’re committed to creating an engaging learning environment that fosters opportunity. Experiences are grounded in best practices with a focus on driving impact for everyone.

We’re committed to strengthening and expanding partnerships that build sustainable collaborations with internal and external partners. Our focus includes fostering faculty and staff retention while advancing shared commitments in all areas of academia to enhance fairness, access and opportunities for all.

We’re committed to scholarship that creates, contributes to and disseminates informal and formal research that advances access and opportunities for all.

We’re committed to improving the overall health and well-being of the communities we serve. Our teammates play a critical role in partnering with our communities to address factors that impact health and well-being.

We’re committed to ensuring everyone has a seat at the table. This is key to innovation, strengthens our communities, fuels economic mobility and improves the well-being of businesses and their employees. By partnering with our communities, we ensure all suppliers are given equal access to participate in procurement opportunities.