While there has been some improvement with vaccinating people at a rate that more closely reflects the demographics of the populations we serve, there is still a lot of work to be done, especially as it relates to the LatinX community. Improvements toward Equitable Vaccine Distribution Efforts lead by various DUHS leaders have focused on creating 'pop-up' vaccines sites in areas that are more accessible to historically marginalized community members in an effort to make people feel more comfortable in their given environment when agreeing to be vaccinated. Simon was asked to participate in the Equitable Vaccine Distribution Committee established by the health system in January when vaccine eligibility began expanding: 'Our role from the beginning has been to make the process, particularly around scheduling and operations, easier for any of the community groups that are trying to support and engage some of the underserved communities.' Through his role within Duke Health Access Services (DHAS), Simon and the DHAS team have been working to ensure the number of appointment slots available are proportionate to the demographic breakdown of the population through targeted scheduling and template efforts. Simon directs and integrates the various functions of PDC ambulatory services into one organizational strategy and oversees the operations, finances, performance and quality outcomes of all PDC and CPDC clinical sites, and Duke Health Access Services. Simon Curtis, Vice President, PDC Ambulatory Services Today, we highlight Simon Curtis & his team for their work toward Vaccination Equity. We would like to highlight our PDC teammates who have devoted their scholarly time and efforts to addressing health disparities, serving as an inspiration for all of us to get involved. In our respective clinical environment, there are numerous opportunities to contribute to the mission of delivering excellent care equitably to all patients while creating an environment of inclusion and belonging. The impact of persistent health disparities affects all of us. Our Private Diagnostic Clinic members and teammates are doing great work in the advancement of health equity.

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