Social Justice
VIDEO - Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Healthcare: Pathways to Equitable Healthcare Access
Authors:
Dr. Jorge R. Petit, MD
Published:
At the 2024 Global DEI Conference, Dr. Jorge Petit, Behavioral Healthcare Executive at Quality Healthcare Solutions, expands on DEI by introducing DEIBA—Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Accessibility. Petit, a psychiatrist with over 30 years of experience, highlights the importance of culturally competent care and dismantling systemic barriers. He underscores the role of technology in advancing DEIBA through tools like electronic health records and telemedicine. Petit advocates for integrating DEIBA into organizational missions, fostering inclusive cultures, and providing ongoing training, emphasizing that DEIBA is essential for a sustainable, effective, and just healthcare system.