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DiLalla Appointed Duke Surgery's First Vice Chair of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Gayle DiLalla, MD, assistant professor of surgery, has been appointed the Duke Department of Surgery’s first vice chair of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). DiLalla will be responsible for identifying challenges and implementing solutions focusing on departmental goals for advancing equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence.

Two School of Medicine Researchers Awarded Science Diversity Leadership Grants

Lawrence David, PhD, associate professor of molecular genetics and microbiology, and Chantell Evans, PhD, assistant professor of cell biology, were among 25 researchers named recipients of the 2022 Science Diversity Leadership Awards from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. Each grant recipient will be awarded a total of $1.15 million over five years. The Science Diversity Leadership program recognizes biomedical researchers who have a record of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in their scientific fields.

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

November is recognized as National Native American Heritage Month. Did you know that in North Carolina, there are eight Native American tribes, with the Lumbee tribe being the largest in the state? For more information on local events and ways to honor the Native Americans who have lived here for more than 12,000 years, visit the Triangle Native American Society.

Native American Heritage Inspires Lumbee Students

Three Duke medical students who have Lumbee heritage share how being Native American not only influenced each of them in different ways, but it is also part of what inspires them as they pursue medicine.

December Dilemma: Tips for an Inclusive Workplace During the Holiday Season

The winter holiday season brings up a lot of questions concerning religious diversity and inclusion. This time can raise fundamental questions about how to celebrate and acknowledge everyone’s winter holiday, often referred to as the December Dilemma. While this may seem challenging, this time of year can be an opportunity to learn and embrace diversity. Check out this fact sheet for help addressing the crucial questions that typically crop up around the December holiday season, like time off, scheduling, decorations, and holiday greetings.

Interfaith Calendar and Inclusive Holiday Observations

The students, faculty, staff, and trainees of the School of Medicine hold a wide variety of religious backgrounds and celebrate many different holidays and observances. The interfaith calendar of observances is a resource to assist you in planning meetings, conferences, and events for the new year. This calendar provides a broad overview of days of significance within major faith traditions, as well as ethnic and cultural celebrations.

Bias Detection Tools for Clinical Decision Making

The National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences team within the National Institutes of Health has launched a challenge aimed at minimizing the harmful effects of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) bias in health care. Cash prizes will be awarded. Register to submit your ideas.