--- title: "Sutter Health Earns Top Marks for LGBTQ+ Inclusive Care | Sutter Health" description: "Human Rights Campaign names 19 Sutter Health facilities LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leaders for their commitment to inclusive, equitable patient care." url: "https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/our-people/putting-the-quality-in-equality" --- 1. [Home](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Our people](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/our-people) / 3. Putting The Quality In Equality # NorCal Healthcare System Is Putting the ‘Quality’ in Equality Human Rights Campaign names 19 Sutter Health facilities LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leaders for their commitment to inclusive, equitable patient care. June 15, 2023 by Liz Madison ![NorCal Healthcare System Is Putting the ‘Quality’ in Equality](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/Vitals/our-people/Nurse-examining-transgender-woman-at-home-stock-photo-58d6ddc1.jpg?h=1414&iar=0&w=2121 "NorCal Healthcare System Is Putting the ‘Quality’ in Equality") Growing numbers of healthcare systems recognize that wellness goes beyond what conditions you have or diagnoses you receive. Healthcare needs to account for who you are as well—your experiences, the social drivers surrounding your circumstances and your preferences. All these factors can help lead to improved quality and healthier lives in the long term. One institution that recognizes those efforts is the [Human Rights Campaign](https://www.hrc.org/). Its Healthcare Equality Index is considered nation’s foremost benchmarking survey of healthcare facilities on policies and practices dedicated to the equitable treatment and inclusion of LGBTQ+ patients, visitors and employees. Sutter Health is one healthcare system that has 19 facilities recognized as “[LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leaders”](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/sutter-affiliates-earn-top-score-in-human-rights-campaign-foundations-2022-healthcare-equality-index/) by the Human Rights Campaign for 2022-2023. “Sutter has the unique privilege of serving one of the most diverse patient populations in the country, so it’s particularly important we consistently demonstrate a tangible commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion internally and externally,” said Warner L. Thomas, president and CEO of Sutter Health. “It’s not only the right way to operate, but it’s essential for building trust and partnerships across our teams and with the communities we serve in addition to providing patients with high-quality, culturally competent care.” Check out some of the efforts Sutter has in places across its system to support LGBTQ+ inclusive healthcare. - See how a [Comprehensive Gender Care Program](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/like-minded-lgbtq-leaders/) is not only helping LGBTQ+ folks, but also the clinicians who care for them. - Hear how one couple was so [moved by the care they received](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/couple-raise-pride-flag-at-hospital-praise-facilitys-inclusive-care/) from teams at Sutter’s Novato Community Hospital, they gave back in a very visible way. - Discover how research via [East Bay Advanced Care clinic](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/clinic-offers-improved-access-to-hiv-aids-research-studies/), part of Sutter’s Alta Bates Summit Medical Center in Oakland, is supporting those who are disproportionally affected by HIV. - Learn about the difference between [gender identity and gender expression](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/tomboy-or-transgender-tips-on-gender-for-todays-parent/) from a pediatrician who is dedicated to supporting kids and their families. - Read what led one woman to launch a [Pride Care Clinic](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/pride-in-her-work-led-to-focused-care-for-the-lgbtq-community/) to improve care for LGBTQ+ patients in Santa Cruz County. ## Topics [LGBT](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/search?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_healthTopics.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22LGBT%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=articles) ## LGBTQI+ care Everyone deserves care that respects your identity and your full picture of health. If you're seeking inclusive, affirming services, our providers can offer personalized primary care, preventive screenings and sensitive support. [Learn more about LGBTQI+ care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/lgbtqi-care) ## Related articles ### [Resource Group Pushes for Progress with ‘Pride’](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/community-impact/resource-group-pushes-for-progress-with-pride) ### [Patient Advocate’s Craft Mixes Pride with Joy](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/community-impact/patient-advocates-craft-mixes-pride-with-joy) ### [Meet One of Sutter's First Gender Care Advocates](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/perspectives/gender-care-advocate) ### [Sutter Facilities Earn Top Score in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Healthcare Equality Index](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/media-resources/press-releases/sutter-affiliates-earn-top-score-in-human-rights-campaign-foundations-2022-healthcare-equality-index) [See all from Our people](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/our-people) ## Check your Vitals Get the latest in health innovation, community impact and patient care from Sutter Health — delivered straight to your inbox. 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