In this mixed-methods quality improvement project, we implemented and evaluated sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) form rollout in the electronic medical record. Families in our gender diversity program completed a baseline survey in 2017 (55/328 responded) and follow-up in 2020 (180/721 responded) to evaluate the frequency of affirmed name and pronoun use in the hospital. Survey feedback informed system-wide inclusivity efforts and training. SOGI was implemented in 2020 after 1,662 providers completed an online training and 11,090 team members completed gender and sexual orientation inclusivity training. We recommend similar trainings for health systems utilizing SOGI.
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