Washington, DC is one of the most ethnically and socio-economically diverse cities in the United States and the community GW serves reflects this wealth of diversity. GW is committed to meeting the needs of the community we serve by training and supporting physicians from all backgrounds, including those from groups traditionally underrepresented in medicine. Here at The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences (GW SMHS) and The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH), we strive to foster a diverse, inclusive community where all feel welcomed. We recognize diversity and inclusion as an integral factor in achieving institutional excellence, promoting health equity, and improving the lives of those we serve.
The GW Diversity Network was created in 2016 to promote diversity and inclusion by recruiting outstanding trainees from underrepresented minority groups and supporting these trainees through residency into their fellowship or career.
The GW Diversity Network is a multicultural group of GW residents and faculty from various departments.
Mission
- Attract and support trainees from traditionally underrepresented minority groups in medicine
- Foster an inclusive environment for all trainees
- Support undergraduate medical students in the local community
The Diversity Network Planning Committee meets regularly to organize ongoing activities to support the Network’s mission.
Network Activities include:
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Diversity Network Resident Applicant Meet-and-Greets
- Intern Welcome Happy Hour
- Participation in local and national SNMA and LMSA events
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Hispanic Heritage Month Salsa Dancing Night
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Anti-racism educational sessions
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Diwali, Lunar New Year, Eid, and many more celebrations from around the world
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Lunches catered by local minority-owned businesses
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Opportunities for mentorship and leadership
For more on our events and resident highlights, please check out our Instagram @gwimres
Interested in learning more about upcoming events, connecting with the Diversity Network, or joining the Diversity Network planning committee?
Contact us at domdiversity [at] email [dot] gwu [dot] edu (domdiversity[at]email[dot]gwu[dot]edu).
Upcoming events:
2025-2026 Recruitment events
11/25/2024 7-8 PM
Second Look
2/20/2025 7-9 PM
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Carol Gergis, MD Co-President |
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Rose Sanchez, MD Co-President
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Zeina Bani Hani, MD Vice President |
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Mrudula Bandaru, MD Secretary |
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Adrienne Poon, MD Faculty Advisor |