Diversity in Healthcare Panel Discussion

Calling all Diverse Vendors:

As part of the program we  diverse vendors that are interested can have a booth set up with marketing materials for the duration of the event. Please reach out to secretary@sepaconline.org for questions or if interested to secure a spot. 

Sponsorship spots are also available for all levels

Panelists:

• Gil Barksdale – President, Black Men White Coats- Sidney Kimmel Medical College
• Jabaris Swain, MD, MPH, Medical Executive  – J&J
• Bridgett Battles – Executive Presence Expert, The Bridgett Battles Experience
• Blessy Thomas – Partner, Innovate Capital Growth Fund

Description:

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion have moved beyond corporate buzzwords into core strategic imperatives. The healthcare industry is no exception, with diversity driving varied patient benefits. The American Hospital Association in their 2022 “Strengthening the Health Care Workforce report” described the benefits succinctly:

A diverse workforce understands that the cultures, issues and needs of local patient populations can provide deeper insight that results in better decision-making about how to serve those communities. Those decisions then have the potential to positively impact patient experience, safety and quality, and your communities’ overall health.

In this panel discussion, a collections of experts will weigh in on the current state of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in healthcare, how their respective organizations are paying a part, and what the future holds for DEI in healthcare.

https://www.aha.org/system/files/media/file/2022/09/Strengthening-the-Health-Care-Workforce-Complete-20220909.pdf

Learning Objectives:

1.      Understand the importance of diversity in healthcare for patient outcomes

2.      Describe how local organizations are making an impact on DEI in healthcare

3.      Forecast future DEI initiatives that will improve patient outcomes.