Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) Recognized as one of 2023’s Top Diversity Leaders by Modern Healthcare
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October 18, 2023 – Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023’s Top Diversity Leaders.
“At CHOP, we recognize and celebrate the various dimensions of diversity of our colleagues, patients, families, and communities that we serve” said Gilbert Davis, Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. “We are humbled and proud of this recognition and know that we cannot provide the best care to our patients, without diversity, equity and inclusion at the center of all that we do.”
"Modern Healthcare's 2023 Top Diversity Leaders and organizations exemplify a commitment to meaningful diversity, equity, and inclusion. They have exceeded industry standards and continue to devote necessary resources to providing internal opportunities while advancing community health equity, setting a great example for others," said Dan Peres, President of Modern Healthcare.
The Top Diversity Leaders in Healthcare recognition program takes great pride in honoring the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing the policy and care delivery models across the country. In doing so, they are also highlighting the continued need to nurture diversity in their organizations.
“We are honored and humbled by this recognition,” added Calvin U. Allen, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at CHOP. “This is a testament to our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and all of the efforts to create an environment where each person feels welcomed, valued and respected.”
The profiles of all the winners are featured in the October 16, 2023 print issue of Modern Healthcare and at https://www.modernhealthcare.com/awards/top-organizations-diversity-2023.
Learn more about CHOP’s Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
A non-profit, charitable organization, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia was founded in 1855 as the nation’s first pediatric hospital. Through its long-standing commitment to providing exceptional patient care, training new generations of pediatric healthcare professionals, and pioneering major research initiatives, the 595-bed hospital has fostered many discoveries that have benefited children worldwide. Its pediatric research program is among the largest in the country. The institution has a well-established history of providing advanced pediatric care close to home through its CHOP Care Network, which includes more than 50 primary care practices, specialty care and surgical centers, urgent care centers, and community hospital alliances throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey, as well as the Middleman Family Pavilion and its dedicated pediatric emergency department in King of Prussia. In addition, its unique family-centered care and public service programs have brought Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia recognition as a leading advocate for children and adolescents. For more information, visit https://www.chop.edu.