Use of Simulation Resources for Underrepresented in Medicine Youth Engagement: A National Survey of Academic Anesthesiology Programs With Specified Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Positions.

Background The utilization of simulation resources can be an effective strategy to offer early medical exposure to underrepresented in medicine (URiM) youth populations, with the objective of promoting diversity in the field of medicine. Currently, it is unclear what proportion of academic anesthesiology programs with simulation centers utilize these resources for community engagement events. Methodology A survey was created using REDCap® and distributed via email to 38 anesthesiologists from 30 departments in the United States holding a leadership position dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.