Health systems could go beyond mission and non-discrimination statements to disavow discrimination and show that diversity matters. As health care providers, public health researchers, and patients we believe research and policy prioritization around diversity, equity, and inclusion could result in a health care workforce that mirrors the community it serves and, ultimately, lead to better health outcomes.

Author(s): Ryan E. Tsuchida, Sydney Fouche, John Burkhardt, Ted Corbin, Harrison Alter, Mahshid Abir

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