Our departmental DEI Committee is an outgrowth and evolution of the Committee for Culture, Diversity and Inclusion. We are gratified to have passionate volunteers from across all sectors of the department who collaborate on initiatives that align with our strategic plan, foster a sense of belonging, and promote equitable practices for our diverse colleagues and patients.
IDEA Team
- Chair: Allison Lee
- Vice Chair: Andrew Wong
- Administrative Staff: Ann Marie Thompson, Kiya Wesley
- Faculty: Kemi Akano, Sophia Chiu, Caiomhe Duffy, Jim Miranda, Emily Vail
- Residents/Fellows: Eddie Alvarado (Chief). Milton Pratt (Chief), Michael Boateng, Janae Hatwood, Richard Maiella, Jesse Cotton
- CRNA: Aliyia Patterson, Dana Lawrence
The DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) Committee is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment to ensure that all departmental members, regardless of background, feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.