Saint Francis Earns “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Builder” Designation
May 16, 2024Categories: Awards and Recognition
Saint Francis Hospital has been named an “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Builder” by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC). The designation was awarded in the 16th iteration of HRC’s Healthcare Equality Index (HEI), released this month. A record 1,065 healthcare facilities actively participated in the HEI 2024 survey and scoring process. Of those participants, 112 received the “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Builder” designation.
Saint Francis is one of 112 facilities across the country that earned LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Builder designation.
“Saint Francis Hospital is committed to taking action in promoting health equity,” said David S. Shapiro, M.D., Chief Medical Officer at Saint Francis. “As part of our Mission to be a transforming, healing presence in our community, Saint Francis has a commitment to serve all and stands as a beacon to many marginalized communities and those lacking access to healthcare.”
HRC evaluates hospitals for HEI designation based upon four core objectives: foundational nondiscrimination including patients, visitors, and staff focused on competency training in LGBTQ+ inclusion; progress toward inclusivity for LGBTQ+ patient care services and support; cultivation of an inclusive workplace by providing inclusive policies and benefits; and engagement and public commitment with LGBTQ+ community.