“Many people in the LGBTQ community have experienced discrimination or mistreatment because of who they are or who they love,” said Adam Eickmeyer, a senior research and quality improvement specialist in pediatric urology and a lecturer in LS&A. “Additionally, LGBTQ people face a myriad of health disparities — including higher rates of suicide and HIV — so providing health care in a safe, comfortable and affirming environment is vitally important here at Michigan Medicine.”
July 5, 2017
U-M Urology staff member helps lead efforts to support LGBTQ community
Adam Eickmeyer, a senior research and quality improvement specialist in pediatric urology and a lecturer in LS&A, co-founded the U-M LGBTQ Health Network, which consists of faculty, staff, students and community members who are interested in improving LGBTQ health on campus.
