At the Baylor College of Medicine Scott Department of Urology, excellence is for everyone. The mission of the Department of Urology Health Equity Council is to improve the health of the individuals and diverse communities we serve through the integration of outstanding patient care, education, research and community partnerships. We aim to promote culturally responsive medicine and increase equity-mindedness within our community by acknowledging and addressing contributors to health disparities within the medical community. The urology department and its partners at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Ben Taub Hospital and Texas Children's Hospital are committed to achieving a workforce that fosters an environment of equality and respect for those who work, study, and heal in our department.
The Department of Urology acknowledges and embraces the diversity of our surrounding community. Our training curriculum is designed with the patient populations at our various practice sites in mind. Our faculty, resident physicians, and staff are from many parts of the country and world. We strive to recruit and train future urologists who are committed to serving our diverse communities.
Baylor College of Medicine Office community members with questions about upcoming events or initiatives, or who may be seeking resources or guidance on issues involving health equity, community engagement or diversity may contact the Office of Community Engagement and Health Equity.
Our department’s commitment to equity is led by:
- Dr. Carolina Jorgez, Inclusion and Equity Ambassador
- Dr. Rair Valero, Resident Representative
- Dr. Jennifer Taylor, Faculty Representative
- Donna Maura, Staff Representative
Inclusion and Equity Ambassador
