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LGBTQ+ at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Interest Group

The goal of the LGBTQ+ at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Interest Group is to provide a space where members can exchange resources, seek support, provide mentorship, gain knowledge, and share perspectives related to LGBTQ+ identity.

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Our focus

The LGBTQ+ at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Interest Group envisions a world where:

  • ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ members are fully equipped and empowered with the education and resources they need to provide affirming, high-quality care to all LGBTQ+ patients.
  • Professional development and organizational systems of support for LGBTQ+ ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ members and those working toward health equity in LGBTQ+ communities are robust and easily accessible.
  • Disparities in care for LGBTQ+ patients are eradicated.
  • Workforce discrimination against LGBTQ+ ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ members is eliminated.

Note: LGBTQ+ is an acronym used by this group as an umbrella term that broadly refers to the expansive and ever-evolving spectrum of gender identity, gender presentation, physical attraction, and emotional attraction.

The LGBTQ+ at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Interest Group is built on three pillars:

Professional development

Develop and maintain high-impact professional development, mentoring, and leadership skills and opportunities for LGBTQ+ ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ members at all stages in their careers, with the goal of eliminating disparities for LGBTQ+ members of the chest medicine community.

Health and wellness

Contribute to efforts that advance health equity care for LGBTQ+ patients, including ensuring that ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ members are equipped with the skills and competencies they need to provide gender-affirming care to their patients.

Education

Offer expert guidance and function as a resource at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ regarding LGBTQ+ issues, advocacy, and community needs. Elevate and represent the concerns of Interest Group members and their patients to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ leadership.

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LGBTQ+ at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Interest Group Steering Committee

Mauricio Danckers, MD, FCCP

Mauricio Danckers, MD, FCCP

Chair

Adam Mora, MD, FCCP

Adan (Adam) Mora Jr, MD, FCCP

Vice-Chair

Members-at-Large
Hassan Bencheqroun, MD, FCCP
Gustavo A. Cortes Puentes, MD
Lilit Sargsyan, MD, FCCP
Perry Tiberio, MD, PhD
Matthew A. Triplette, MD
Gretchen Winter, MD

Fellow-in-Training
Si Li, MD

Medical Student/Resident
Manuel Villegas Roberson, MD

Get involved with LGBTQ+ at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½

Thank you for expressing your interest in joining our LGBTQ+ at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Interest Group. We are committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment that celebrates visibility while respecting the privacy of our members. While we encourage participation, we understand that not everyone may be ready to disclose their involvement, and we are dedicated to protecting those who prefer confidentiality. At your discretion, you are welcome to share your participation, but ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ does not publicly disclose membership in any of our Interest Groups.

You do not have to identify as LGBTQ+ to join—we warmly welcome allies and accomplices committed to advancing gender-affirming care and promoting health equity. We invite you to share your recent accomplishments for us to feature, and we look forward to building a space where you can feel at home, surrounded by those who believe in visibility, care, and collective growth.

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LGBTQ+ at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is one of several ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Interest Groups. SEE ALL INTEREST GROUPS »

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