Community and Equity

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Community of Leaders

First-generation students accepted into UCLA PRIME Medical School Program

First-generation student graduating from the PRIME-LA program.

Inclusivity is the cornerstone of medical excellence.
Three doctors pictured at a UCLA Health Day
Our community is made up of talented leaders who think deeply and work to build a foundation of community in healthcare, education, society, and most importantly, our own institution.

We’ve been working together to create a culture that is fully inclusive and that benefits from the excellence and experience of a committed workforce and community. As a collective institution, our work is only just beginning, but that beginning makes us optimistic for a future filled with positive growth. We are grateful for the continued support of every person in our community as we continue working to create the impact that is needed.

EDI conference break in Geffen Hall, participants walking up the stairs of the courtyard

Inclusive Excellence

Our core values are inseparable from our institutional goals of excellence in all tenets of healthcare, research, education, and community engagement.

Inclusive Excellence at DGSOM
DGSOM Students Support Los Angeles Health Care with LA Care

Community Engagement

Support for community-based research, service-learning, service delivery, education, and workforce development projects to advance our work in the community.

DGSOM in the Community
Health, Equity, and Diversity Inclusion

Health Equity and Inclusive Excellence

At UCLA Health, we believe a diverse and inclusive health care workforce and environment results in better care, service and health outcomes for our patients.

Improving Health Care in Los Angeles
Aumni and Friends

Alumni and Friends

Funding, collaboration, and partnerships help us serve individuals and communities previously beyond our reach.

Connect with DGSOM
Faculty Gender Overview

Progressing to structural change

Positive, sustainable, and authentic change; we value transparency as we make incremental progress.

Data Accountability Dashboard

Community Highlights

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