Department of Surgery

Goal: Create and sustain an institutional infrastructure that effectively supports progress in achieving DEI goals in the University and SOM Strategic Plans.

DEI Framework: Access and Success
The application of social justice principles to address health equity and reduce health disparities.

DEI Framework: Climate and Intra/Intergroup Relations
Education and training to promote respectful and inclusive work and learning environments that recognize and celebrate diversity.

DEI Framework: Curriculum and Scholarship
The application of social justice principles to address health equity and reduce health disparities.

DEI Framework: Community Engagement
Provide leadership that connects diverse people and groups in and outside the organization by establishing partnerships that promote positive system change and reduce bias, alienation, and decisions that have unintentional consequences on underrepresented and vulnerable groups.