The Intersection Between Meritocracy and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Phillip Ashley Wackym; Elizabeth Hui Yee Toh; Stephanie Ann Moody-Antonio; Troy Donovan Woodard

doi:10.1002/ohn.524

The Intersection Between Meritocracy and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Phillip Ashley Wackym, Elizabeth Hui Yee Toh, Stephanie Ann Moody-Antonio, Troy Donovan Woodard

Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS), Otolaryngology

Rutgers, The State University

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Abstract

Embracing meritocracy and diversity, equity, and inclusion is critical to the future of otolaryngology–head and neck surgery. Understanding the intersection of these two concepts is particularly important. Meritocracy, a key principle utilized in academic medicine and surgery, rewards individual achievement. However, it can inadvertently result in a widening disparity between individuals who have access to environments promoting and facilitating meritocracy and those facing systemic structural barriers. Navigating the intersection of meritocracy and diversity, equity, and inclusion is a complex endeavor. However, it is crucial to understand that these concepts can coexist. With a balanced approach, we can appreciate individual merit while fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. It requires a commitment to systemic change, ongoing evaluation, and collaboration to create environments where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and contribute unique talents and perspectives. Through these efforts, our specialty of otolaryngology–head and neck surgery will be stronger.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	618-620
Number of pages	3
Journal	Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (United States)
Volume	170
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1002/ohn.524
State	Published - Feb 2024

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Surgery
Otorhinolaryngology

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diversity
equity
inclusion
meritocracy

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