Summary: Diversity & Inclusion has expanded beyond the scope of traditional diversity lines such as a gender and race, requiring programs to now also account for considerations such as sexual orientation and disability. While designing and implementing diversity and inclusion programs is important for all companies regardless of industry, any shortcomings to a program within the healthcare industry has uniquely acute impacts. Failure to implement successful programs can impede communication--both among employees and with patients--and can severly impact the organization's quality of care. Kelley Cornish, Director of Enterprise HR and Diversity & Inclusion at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia discusses with Human Resources IQ the Diversity & Inclusion initiatives within her organization.
