In this issue of Hand Clinics, guest editors Michael G. Galvez and Kevin C. Chung bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Hand Surgery. Top experts provide a comprehensive update on the value of diversity in hand and upper extremity surgery, including key topics such as the history of diverse leadership in hand surgery, advocacy for diversity, women in hand surgery, and more.

• Contains 14 relevant, practice-oriented topics including the role of health equity; mentorship and sponsorship in hand surgery; underrepresented minority perspecitve in hand surgery; microaggressions and implicit bias; and more.
• Provides in-depth clinical reviews on diversity, equity, and inclusion in hand surgery, offering actionable insights for clinical practice.
• Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Diverse Leadership in Hand Surgery: Foundation on the Shoulder of Giants

The Value of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Race and Ethnicity Affecting Patients

Role of Health Equity Research and Policy for Diverse Populations Requiring Hand Surgery Care

Advocacy for Diversity in Hand Surgery

Recruiting, Supporting and Retaining Diversity in Hand Surgery

Inclusive Mentorship and Sponsorship

Women in Hand Surgery: Leadership and Legacy

Women in Hand Surgery: Considerations and Support

The Underrepresented Minority in Hand Surgery: Challenges and Strategy for Success

LGBTQD Perspective in Hand Surgery: Surgeon and Patient

The International Medical Graduate Perspective in Hand Surgery: Legacy and Future Challenges

Microaggressions and Implicit Bias in Hand Surgery

Allyship for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Hand Surgery

Recruitment of the Next Generation of Diverse Hand Surgeons