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Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Published in: Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 5/2016

01-05-2016 | SSAT White Paper

White Paper: SSAT Commitment to Workforce Diversity and Healthcare Disparities

Authors: R. Matthew Walsh, D. Rohan Jeyarajah, Jeffrey B. Matthews, Dana Telem, Mary T. Hawn, Fabrizio Michelassi, K. Marie Reid-Lomardo

Published in: Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery | Issue 5/2016

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Abstract

The Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Track (SSAT) is committed to diversity and inclusiveness of its membership, promotion of research related to healthcare disparities, cultural competency of practicing gastrointestinal surgeons, and cultivation of leaders with unique perspectives. The SSAT convened a task force to assess the current state of diversity and inclusion and recommend sustainable initiatives to promote these goals. Working through the current committee structure of the Society, and by establishing a permanent Diversity and Inclusion liaison committee, the SSAT will maintain its commitment and strive towards diversity of thought and inclusiveness on every level to improve the well-being and betterment of its membership and the patients they serve.
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Metadata
Title
White Paper: SSAT Commitment to Workforce Diversity and Healthcare Disparities
Authors
R. Matthew Walsh
D. Rohan Jeyarajah
Jeffrey B. Matthews
Dana Telem
Mary T. Hawn
Fabrizio Michelassi
K. Marie Reid-Lomardo
Publication date
01-05-2016
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery / Issue 5/2016
Print ISSN: 1091-255X
Electronic ISSN: 1873-4626
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11605-016-3107-1

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