Diversity, equity and inclusion

There are greater incidences of cancer among younger women, and Black and Native Americans have higher mortality rates, according to new figures from the American Cancer Society.

The Supreme Court struck down affirmative action in higher education admissions, and new data from medical colleges shows the ruling is having an impact.

The institutions are building on efforts to close disparities and offer better care for Black Americans and others in underserved groups.

Deborah Phillips, executive director of the Black Directors Health Equity Agenda, talks about diversity in improving care and why she’s not hung up on labels in the face of DEI critics.

Interdisciplinary care providers offer comprehensive services and encourage collaboration among all members of the care team.

The health system has announced an ambitious effort aimed at improving care in the south side of the city, with an eye on closing disparities in underserved communities.

To cultivate a diverse and inclusive healthcare workforce, strategic initiatives must overcome systemic barriers to develop early talent.

A key leader in a Midwest health system is planning to retire, and other leaders are making news.

Many health systems are focusing on DEI efforts. Karen Ashley of Providence says it’s important for patients and workers, and can provide a competitive advantage.

Karen Ashley, chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer at Providence, talks about the importance of pacing efforts, listening and providing better patient care.

There are troubling disparities for Black men with prostate cancer. Dr. William Dahut of the American Cancer Society talks about having more, and earlier, conversations about screenings.

Half of all women delay medical care for a variety of reasons. Health systems can take steps to make it easier for women to get care.

Santa Clara County and HCA Healthcare have reached a tentative deal on the sale of the hospital. The county says it’s moving to preserve services at the facility.

Gov. Greg Abbott is directing hospitals to collect information regarding the cost of providing care for those who aren’t legally in the U.S. Critics say it could result in people avoiding medical care.

Michael Bloomberg announced the gift to four historically Black medical colleges. School leaders called it a transformative gift that could close disparities in care.

Health systems need to work with employees on showing sensitivity, and that should be a priority throughout the organization, says Dr. Dustin Nowaskie of OutCare Health.

Despite its undeniable significance, cultural sensitivity can be challenging for some senior care executives.

While women are making progress in faculty and leadership, too many say they’ve been sexually harassed. And disparities in compensation emerge in the beginning of careers.

WellSpan Health CEO Roxanna Gapstur says women shouldn’t hold themselves back from challenging positions.

Many patients say they are dismissed or their concerns are minimized. Dr. Dustin Nowaskie of OutCare Health talks about the difficulties for LGBTQ+ patients in getting the care they need.

The think tank unveils its annual rankings, with a couple of noteworthy changes this year.

More leaders are focused on closing disparities. Caretha Coleman of the Black Directors Health Equity Agenda talks about the need for transparency and measuring progress.

Health systems need to do more to ensure those with physical or intellectual disabilities are getting the best care. Marcus Schabacker of ECRI talked about the issue.

Healthcare leaders, and those aspiring for bigger roles, can take different paths to success. Sometimes a lateral move can give leaders a chance to earn valuable skills.

The health system has opened clinics and deployed mobile vans to offer better access for patients in Virginia. Sentara leaders talk about the effort and the results they are seeing.