Diversity & Inclusion

RWJ University Hospital Somerset: A Best in Class Hospital for Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity, inclusion, and cultural competency at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset are imperative to our mission of being a leading, nationally distinguished academic medical center. In our quest to ensure health equity and close disparities, we are mindful of all aspects of human differences, such as socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, language, nationality, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, geography, disability and age. We're working to foster a culture of inclusion that enriches our workforce, physicians, patients, families, partners and communities. At RWJUHS, valuing diversity acknowledges that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity. Inclusion begins with acknowledging the behaviors linked to creating a culture of dignity, innovation, and cultural effectiveness.

2022 LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Index LeaderFor the fifth straight year, RWJUH Somerset earned top marks in meeting non-discrimination and training criteria that demonstrate a commitment to equitable, inclusive, and compassionate care for LGBTQ patients and their families, who often face significant challenges in securing the health care they need and deserve.

For more information about LGBTQ resources at RWJUH Somerset, email ProudCenter@rwjbh.org or call 908-243-8647.

RWJ University Hospital Somerset Diversity and Inclusion Goals:

  • To reduce and eliminate health disparities among our diverse patients and communities
  • To ensure equal access for our patients and employees
  • To deliver culturally competent care and services—while increasing patient safety and patient satisfaction
  • To increase and leverage a broader range of competencies
  • To foster a culture of dignity, innovation and cultural effectiveness

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RWJ University Hospital Somerset is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/Vet/Disability/LGBT

Patient Stories

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