Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Why Your Background Matters in Your Care
At GBMC HealthCare, we want every patient to receive the care we’d want for our own loved ones. To do that well, our teams may ask about your background, language, and preferences. Sharing is optional — and protected.
Why we ask
Understanding what matters to you helps us communicate clearly, respect your preferences, and continually improve care for every patient in our community.
Personalized care
Knowing your preferred language, cultural considerations, and access needs allows us to coordinate interpreters, materials, and services that fit you.
Better quality & equity
Aggregated insights help GBMC track outcomes across patient groups and close gaps in care — a key step toward health equity.
Your choice & privacy
- Optional: You decide whether to share. You can update your answers anytime.
- Used to support your care: Only teams involved in your care or quality efforts can access this information.
- Protected: We safeguard your data and report only de‑identified, aggregated trends when required.
How it helps you
Clear communication
Interpreter services and translated materials help you participate fully in decisions about your health.
Programs that meet needs
Community feedback and de‑identified data inform outreach, education, and services that reduce barriers to care.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to answer these questions?
No. Sharing is always voluntary. Your care won’t be denied if you choose not to answer.
Who will see my information?
Only authorized GBMC staff involved in your care or quality improvement efforts. We do not sell personal data.
How is this information used?
To coordinate your care (for example, interpreter support) and to guide health equity efforts using de‑identified trends.
Can I change my answers later?
Yes. You can update your information at registration, during visits, or by contacting us.
Questions?
If you have questions about how GBMC protects your information or how it’s used, please visit our Privacy, Rights & Non-Discrimination webpage.