Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | Emory School of Medicine

About Us Our Mission

The Department of Medicine is committed to recruiting, retaining, and supporting outstanding faculty, trainees and staff from diverse ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, and racial backgrounds. By increasing the diversity of our workforce, the department seeks to improve health and eliminate disparities in health care.

Our Vision

The Department of Medicine is dedicated to being a destination and model for inclusive care, training, development, and celebration of a diverse patient population and workforce.

Represent, Support, Elevate

Our commitment to diversity includes:

Being proactive and intentional
Encouraging continual learning by creating courageous and psychologically-safe spaces
Sharing the commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion across all divisions
Embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion into every departmental function

2023 Health Equity Day

The DOM RYSE Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council hosted the third annual Heath Equity Day on May 16, 2023. The department-wide event aimed to raise awareness and encourage action around the systemic health disparities that exist across racial, ethnic, cultural, and social groups. The event also recognized interventions and research across the department centered on health equity. Stay tuned for information on next year's event!
2023 Event Recap | Watch 2023 Presentations

Leadership Team

Jada Bussey-Jones, MD

Professor of Medicine and Vice Chair of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Kimberly Manning, MD

Professor of Medicine and Associate Vice Chair, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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Volunteer

Complete the form below to express your interest in volunteering for diversity initiatives in the department.