| Literature DB >> 26940942 |
R Matthew Walsh1, D Rohan Jeyarajah2, Jeffrey B Matthews3, Dana Telem4, Mary T Hawn5, Fabrizio Michelassi6, K Marie Reid-Lomardo7.
Abstract
The Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Track (SSAT) is committed to diversity and inclusiveness of its membership, promotion of research related to healthcare disparities, cultural competency of practicing gastrointestinal surgeons, and cultivation of leaders with unique perspectives. The SSAT convened a task force to assess the current state of diversity and inclusion and recommend sustainable initiatives to promote these goals. Working through the current committee structure of the Society, and by establishing a permanent Diversity and Inclusion liaison committee, the SSAT will maintain its commitment and strive towards diversity of thought and inclusiveness on every level to improve the well-being and betterment of its membership and the patients they serve.Entities:
Keywords: Bisexual and transgender; Cultural competence; Diversity; Gay; Lesbian; Minorities; Surgical workforce; Underserved populations; Workforce diversity
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Year: 2016 PMID： 26940942 DOI： 10.1007/s11605-016-3107-1
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Gastrointest Surg ISSN： 1091-255X Impact factor: 3.452