Diversity & Inclusion News
March 8, 2024
Rachel Hicks and Jessica Kridler Join Forces with M-PowerHouse to Inspire CRNA Careers
UPMC Shadyside nurse anesthetists Rachel Hicks, MSN, CRNA, and Jessica E. Kridler, MSN, CRNA, partnered with M-PowerHouse on February 22, 2024, unveiling a program to introduce high school students to the fulfilling vocational path of becoming a CRNA.November 28, 2023
Veteran Spotlight: Dr. Paul Hoffmann Reflects on Military Service, Patient Care, and Veteran Needs
Paul Hoffmann, DO, is an anesthesiologist working at UPMC Presbyterian and UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh.November 20, 2023
Veteran Spotlight: John Jones, CRNA, Reflects on Personal Journey from Battlefield to Operating Room
John W. Jones, MSN, CRNA, works at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital as a nurse anesthetist in the anesthesiology department.November 15, 2023
Veteran Spotlight: Laura Wiggins, CRNA, Reflects on Military Service and Leadership in Anesthesiology
Laura Wiggins, DNP, MSN, CRNA, Lt. Col. (retired), USAF, is one of the OB Clinical Coordinators for the Nurse Anesthesia Program and an Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing. She primarily works at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital as a CRNA.October 20, 2023
UPMC ENABLED Introduces Students to Healthcare Careers at Disability Mentoring Day
The UPMC ENABLED employee resource group partnered with other UPMC groups to participate in Disability Mentoring Day at UPMC Mercy on October 18th.June 14, 2023
Shadyside CRNA David Snyder Leads Diversity Mentorship Program
On Tuesday, June 13, the UPMC Presbyterian-Shadyside Diversity Mentorship Program was launched. Together with Danielle Robinson (Presbyterian Nursing), David A. Snyder, MSN, CRNA from UPMC Shadyside is leading the program, which targets emerging leaders among employees of color from the…May 22, 2023
Pitt and UPMC Staff to Unite for White Coats Against Racism & Injustice Event
Please join Pitt and UPMC on May 25, 2023 for the White Coats Against Racism & Injustice Event.April 13, 2023
M-PowerHouse Medical Milestones Events Enlighten High School Students
Our Shadyside CRNAs Jessica E. Kridler, MSN, CRNA, and Rachel Hicks, MSN, CRNA, gave presentations and led demonstrations for students to practice intubation and bag mask ventilation techniques on training mannequins.October 18, 2022
ASA Mentoring Grant Awarded to Drs. Andrea Ibarra, Grace Lim, and Kristin Ondecko Ligda
The ASA Mentoring Grant program provides funding to mentor/mentee pairs who submit a project that addresses the goals of the ASA Committee on Professional Diversity.March 18, 2022
WISER Hosting Event on the Importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Healthcare Simulation
The Winter Institute for Simulation, Education, and Research is hosting the event “Getting WISER on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Healthcare Education: The Roles of Simulation” on April 8, 2022, both virtually and on-site at 230 McKee Place, Pittsburgh, PA.February 25, 2022
Dr. Andrea Ibarra Selected as Pitt Race and Social Determinants of Equity, Health, and Well-Being Scholar
Andrea Ibarra, MD, MS, was selected as one of 25 faculty members from departments and schools across the University of Pittsburgh as a Race and Social Determinants of Equity, Health and Well-Being Scholar.August 27, 2021
Dr. Andrea Ibarra to Receive BMSF Diversity in Clinical Trials Career Development Program Award
Andrea J. Ibarra, MD, MS, was selected to join the inaugural cohort of the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation Diversity in Clinical Trials Career Development Program with a two-year award in recognition of her outstanding professional achievements and promise as a community-oriented clinical…March 26, 2021
Dr. Yan Xu Recognized at School of Medicine Diversity Programs 40th Anniversary Celebration
The University’s recognition is a reflection of our department and our T32 program’s commitment and contribution to the university’s diversity efforts.February 1, 2021
Dean Announces First Assistant Dean for Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice
Recent events have caused us to focus more intently on how we interact with each other, what we value in our communities, and how we approach the challenges facing us all—particularly those involving inclusion, diversity, and social justice.September 21, 2015