Diversity & Inclusion
Thomas Jefferson University is committed to building and expanding a diverse educational community founded on mutual respect and appreciation for each other.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
The Department of Surgery, in keeping with the mission of Thomas Jefferson University, is fully committed to the mission of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
We recognize that a broad representation of backgrounds and personal experiences creates the necessary environment for productive collaboration, meaningful scholarship, and superb clinical care. We also recognize that these values should resonate at all levels including our staff, medical students, trainees, and faculty.
It is our mission to deliver the highest quality surgical care and produce the highest quality academic research which requires the participation and dedication of all of us.
Surgery DEI Committee
Our DEI committee is comprised of representatives from all of our divisions and includes faculty members and advanced practice providers. Dr. Olugbenga Okusanya chairs the committee.
Visiting Student Inclusive Excellence Scholarship
The Scholarship supports rising 4th year medical students from other medical colleges who wish to do surgical sub-internships within Jefferson’s Department of Surgery.
Office of Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives (ODII) at Sidney Kimmel Medical College supports an institutional framework that acknowledges the importance of a diverse community and an inclusive environment. ODII promotes initiatives and programs that increase awareness, understanding and sensitivity to the needs of all individuals regardless of age, class, physical ability, gender, gender identity, race, religion and sexual orientation.