Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Those words are found on many university websites throughout the country. What does DEI mean and why is it important within medicine and specifically here within our residency? In this episode, Dr. James and Dr. Young discuss DEI at OSU- what it means, how the DEI committee is engaging with the community, and how you can get involved!

Guest: Henry Young, MD. Host: Edleda James, MD. Editor: Kim Bambach, MD.

Key Take-Aways:

1. The why behind DEI: The US is constantly becoming more diverse and it’s important that we have a diverse work force. It improves patient outcomes and health disparities disproportionally affect communities of color and underserved communities. Enhancing our own cultural competency also helps care for diverse patients. Inclusion of colleagues makes the ED somewhere we all want to work and inclusion of patients make the ED a place people will feel comfortable seeking care.





2. So many ways to get involved: There are many community outreach events, DEI committee activities, health fairs, recruitment fairs, book club, summer immersion opportunities, visiting student electives, and much more to get involved! Reach out to Dr. Young directly or to the EM education admin team to find out how you can get connected.

References:

1. Why Choose Ohio State for EM Residency | Ohio State College of Medicine. Accessed September 5, 2024. https://medicine.osu.edu/departments/emergency-medicine/education/residencies/em-residency/why-choose-ohio-state