Minorities in Medicine (MIM) Interest Group

The Minorities in Medicine Interest Group of the Society of General Internal Medicine has multiple goals.

These include: to enhance diversity in graduate medical education and promote minority faculty development. The Interest Group also seeks to promote the development of a research agenda on minority health issues and health policy; to promote the development of educational programs in cultural competence and minority health; and to advocate for the improved health of communities of color.

The Interest Group meets yearly at the national SGIM meeting and promotes the development of partnerships between members to foster academic collaboration, mentoring, and social support. The Interest Group seeks to create a national network of minority general internists and others interested and committed to minority health issues and minority faculty development.

The Minorities in Medicine Interest Group also collaborates with SGIM and other national organizations in vocal support for affirmative action in the health professions as a national health priority.