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Jefferson Conference Sponsorship
Jefferson Conference Sponsorship
Office of Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives Newsletter
Featuring:
- National Medical Association
- Gay and Lesbian Medical Association
Graduate Medical Education
Office of Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives Newsletter
To expand and enhance diversity and inclusion for our resident physicians, three initiatives targeting GME have been implemented.
Faculty Initiatives
Office of Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives Newsletter
New URM faculty welcome meeting
SKMC is committed to the career development of all faculty at Jefferson but recognize that those from a racial or ethnic group that is underrepresented in medicine, a woman in a specialty in which women are underrepresented and/or those who self-identify as lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender, or questioning sexual identity may have unique concerns such as reducing isolation or finding a mentor with a similar background. Dr. Karen Novielli, Vice Dean for Faculty Affairs and Professional Development, along with Dr. Bernie Lopez, Associate Dean for Diversity and Community Engagement, meet individually with new faculty from …
Pipeline Programs
Office of Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives Newsletter
Pipeline programs are designed to prepare and inspire students to pursue careers in medicine and medical research. SKMC is committed to providing experiences and education to middle school, high school, college, and graduate students from groups underrepresented in the health care fields to increase the pool of qualified candidates applying to careers related to medicine and medical research.
Our programs:
- The Jefferson STEP-UP Medicine Program
- Future Health Professions Program (FHPP)
Diversity And Inclusion Education
Diversity And Inclusion Education
Office of Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives Newsletter
In the 2016-2017 academic year, two then-second year SKMC students. Linda Magana and Kevin Guttierez, created and conducted a “Race and Medicine” course that first year SKMC students could receive credits for their Humanities Course. The Office of the Dean at SKMC has created a new lecture series called, “Confronting Racism, Bias, and Social Injustice in Healthcare.” This first-of-akind at Jefferson educational series is meant to educate on this important topic and to allow us to begin the discussions needed to move us forward in our quest to provide the best patient care. The content was developed by Drs. John …
Skmc Council On Diversity And Inclusion
Skmc Council On Diversity And Inclusion
Office of Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives Newsletter
The SKMC Council for Diversity and Inclusion (D & I) is charged with reviewing and assessing the status and effectiveness of diversity and inclusion initiatives at SKMC and makes recommendations regarding initiatives, policies, and resources needed to achieve desired outcomes. Headed by Mark L. Tykocinski, MD, the Anthony F. and Gertrude M. DePalma Dean of SKMC, and cochaired by Dr. Bernie Lopez, the Council determines the course of diversity and inclusion at SKMC with input from members who are deans, department chairs, faculty, administrators, residents and students.
Odii Student Organizations
Office of Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives Newsletter
Featuring:
- Student National Medical Association (SNMA)
- The Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association (APAMSA)
- JeffLGBTQ
- Veterans Health Initiative
- Jewish Student Association (JSA)
- Refugee Health Partners (RHP)
- Student Advisory Board
- Latino Medical Student Association (LMSA)
- Medical Spanish Translator Program
A Message From The Associate Dean For Diversity And Community Engagement, Bernard Lopez, Md
A Message From The Associate Dean For Diversity And Community Engagement, Bernard Lopez, Md
Office of Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives Newsletter
Diversity: the richness in human differences. Why is diversity important? A wide variety of experiences and points of view mean that we get to look at issues from all angles rather than just one. Inclusion: the active, intentional, and ongoing engagement with diversity. Why is inclusion important? It is not enough to have diversity - inclusion means that we value and cherish the wide variety of experiences and viewpoints. Creating and enhancing this environment is important as we set the stage to provide service to our most important customer - our patients.
Since September 2013 when I was appointed as …