Welcome to the UW Medicine
Office of Healthcare Equity
At UW Medicine, we believe that healthcare is a fundamental human right and everyone should have the same access and opportunities for the best possible outcomes.
We are committed to transforming the way care is provided to eliminate inequities. Healthcare equity is not owned by one department or leader – everyone shares responsibility. We can all take action in our own spheres of influence and in the work we control.
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Bridging Health Gaps in Washington’s Latino Communities
Latino communities in Washington State are facing serious health problems. Many people are dealing with conditions like obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure, but they often can’t get the care […]
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Today, December 3, is International Day of Persons with Disabilities! In 1992, a United Nations General Assembly resolution proclaimed this annual day of observance to “promote the rights and well-being of persons […]
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Healthcare Available for DACA Recipients
Health care is a fundamental human right, and for the first time, DACA recipients can enroll in Affordable Care Act (ACA) coverage! These affordable plans cover essential benefits like preventive […]
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Transgender Day of Remembrance
Today, we honor Transgender Day of Remembrance, a solemn day dedicated to commemorating the lives of transgender individuals who have been lost to systemic violence, discrimination, and injustice. Each name […]
Opportunities
- Job Opportunity: Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (ADDEIB)
- Planning Grants for Continuity of Care After Incarceration
- Free AMA Category 1 CME: Caring for American Indian and Alaska Native Children and Adolescents
- AAMC Center for Health Justice Funding Opportunities
- UW Medicine Affinity Groups
- White Anti-Racism Group (WAG)
“Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in healthcare is the most shocking and inhumane.”
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
