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The OHSU School of Medicine is deeply committed to increasing and supporting diversity among our faculty, staff, and learners. We consider a wide range of life experiences as part of diversity, including rural heritage, economic background, sexual orientation, culture and belief systems.
The School of Medicine Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategic Action Plan 2021 - 2025 charts our contributions to institutional goals in the areas that we can significantly impact, including retention and recruitment of individuals under-represented in medicine and biomedical science. The strategic action plan is the result of sustained urgency and focus by school leaders and the SoM Diversity Affairs Committee, which includes faculty, students and trainees.
The SOM is committed to diversity and our practices, programs and policies are in alignment with AAMC, LCME, ACGME and OHSU program accreditation standards.
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Trends shaping the future of Latino health care
The second annual Latino Primary Care Summit took place this April in downtown Portland. This year's theme was "Chronic Conditions in Latinos: Trends, Innovations and Care for the Future."
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Orthopaedic residency program is majority female
In a medical specialty that continues to draw considerably more men than women, the OHSU School of Medicine Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation Residency Program and Department stand out nationally.
![Ortho 2024](/sites/default/files/2024-05/Screenshot%202024-05-02%20at%2011.50.39%E2%80%AFPM.png)
OHSU aims to reduce differences in how men, women experience, are treated for pain
Center for Women’s Health conducting survey to study a range of pain management options, enhance safety, trust with patients.
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June Health Observances
Upcoming events & webinars
- June 6 | The Role of Primary Care in Latino Health Equity
- June 11 | Mitigating MIsogynoir in Academic Medicine
- June 11 | Ensuring Equitable Access to Coverage for LGBTQ+ People
- June 12 | Beyond Rainbows and Safe Space Stickers - Achieving Authentic Inclusion for LGBTQ Communities
- June 14-16 | Delta Park Powwow and Encampment
- June 15 | Juneteenth Freedom Parade and Picnic
- June 18 | Voters' Education Initiative: Engagement and Empowerment
- June 22 | Feria de Salud
- July 13-14 | Taste of Thailand
- July 20 | Portland Highland Games
- July 21 | Portland Pride Parade
DEIB News in the School of Medicine
Noticias en Español
- Semana Nacional de Prevención de las Intoxicaciones: recuerde el número 1-800-222-1222 en caso de emergencia por intoxicaciones
- Un estudio de OHSU realza las desigualdades de los resultados de salud mental entre inmigrantes antes y después del nacimiento
- Programa de capacitación ayuda a personas en Portland a encontrar carreras nuevas en atención médica
- Equipos de OHSU diagnostican y tratan a un niño pequeño con una afección misteriosa y potencialmente mortal
- OHSU optimiza el tratamiento sin incisiones para los temblores involuntarios y capacita a cirujanos de todo el país
Respectful and identity-affirming language puts our humanity at the center
Inclusive language allows everyone to feel recognized valued, invited and motivated to contribute at their highest level. The OHSU Inclusive Language Guide provides guidance.
SoM Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Plan (2024 update)
The School of Medicine plan includes three goals with overarching themes that capture the essence of the climate we want to create: Belong, Include, Empower.
![SoM DEI Strategic Plan 2024](/sites/default/files/2024-05/Screenshot%202024-05-16%20at%2010.30.59%E2%80%AFAM_0.png)
School of Medicine M.D. Program: Outdated Medical Terminology Guide
A guide for medical students, educators and providers. Authored by Med24 students Rohi Gheewala, José Manuel Carrillo-Castro and Sean Bowden. Download it here.
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The School of Medicine's "Belong, Include, Empower” newsletter is sent monthly to members of the OHSU's School of Medicine. This space is dedicated to the valuable role of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Anti-racism practices in promoting trust, engagement and well-being. Are you looking to share an idea, resource, update or event? Submit your content ideas to somdiversity@ohsu.edu
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