Implementation of DEI at an Institutional Level-Implementation of DEI at an Institutional Level

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In this video, Dr. David J. Brown discusses the implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan. Dr. Brown highlights the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare systems, including improved problem-solving, innovation, and patient outcomes. He presents the process of creating a DEI strategic plan, which involved engaging thousands of constituents and developing three primary strategies: climate enhancement, diversifying the community, and scholarship and teaching. Dr. Brown also discusses the importance of metrics and tracking the impact of DEI efforts. He shares various initiatives at Michigan Medicine, such as unconscious bias training, pipeline programs to diversify the healthcare workforce, and resource groups for faculty, staff, and learners. Dr. Brown concludes by emphasizing the continuous nature of DEI work and the need for ongoing assessment and adjustment. The video provides insights into the challenges and opportunities in implementing DEI initiatives in an academic medical center context.  Overall, it offers a comprehensive overview of Michigan Medicine's DEI efforts and serves as a valuable resource for organizations looking to enhance their own DEI initiatives.

Keywords

DEI initiatives

Michigan Medicine

academic medical center

diversity

equity

inclusion

healthcare systems

problem-solving

innovation