Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee

Committee Purpose

The Committee’s purpose is to cultivate a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the Society and the broader specialty by creating educational experiences, managing scholarly opportunities for under-represented groups, and providing collegial support to ensure a diverse leadership pipeline and inclusive patient care.

Committee Members

Olabola Awosika, MD, MS

Co-Chair

(4/1/2024-3/31/2027)

Leah Cardwell, MD

Co-Chair

(4/1/2025-3/31/2028)

ML Stevenson, MD

Board Liaison

(4/1/2026-3/31/2027)

Starling Haynes, MD

Member

(4/1/2026-3/31/2027)

Rebecca Vasquez, MD

Member

(4/1/2026-3/31/2029)

Betty Nguyen, MD

Member

(4/1/2025-3/31/2028)

Lisa Akintilo, MD, MPH

Member

(4/1/2025-3/31/2028)

Alexis Carrington, MD

Member

(4/1/2025-3/31/2028)

Jennifer Hsiao, MD

Member

(4/1/2025-3/31/2028)

Zelma Chiesa Fuxench, MD, MSCE

Member

(4/1/2025-3/31/2028)

Ekene Ezenwa, MD

Member

(4/1/2024-3/31/2027)

Christina Kraus, MD

Member

(4/1/2024 - 3/31/2027)