The Society of Hospital Medicine Issues Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Today, the Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM) issued the following statement on its commitment to diversity and inclusion:

Hospitalists are charged with treating individuals at their most vulnerable moments, when being respected as a whole person is crucial to advance patients' healing and wellness. Within our workforce, diversity is a strength in all its forms, which helps us learn about the human experience, grow as leaders, and ultimately create a respectful environment for all regardless of age, race, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, appearance, or ability. To this end, the Society of Hospital Medicine will work to eliminate health disparities for our patients and foster inclusive and equitable cultures across care teams and institutions with the goal of moving medicine and humanity forward.