Diversity at the University Hospital

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"Here at
, everyone is
welcome,
just as they are."

Dennis Schiller, intensive care nurse in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit

We treat people—not prejudices

Diversity is the best medicine

Diversity and inclusion are of central importance to us at the University Hospital Cologne. Ultimately, it is our employees who bring these values to life and give them relevance and significance in our day-to-day hospital work. In our video series “Strong People,” colleagues share how they experience diversity in their daily lives and how we all benefit from an open and respectful work environment.

Pascal Wilhelm, Certified Nurse Specialist in Intensive Care and Anesthesia Nursing

“We need to talk more with each other, rather than about each other. That’s the only way we can truly understand one another.”

As a queer person, Pascal knows from personal experience how important openness and understanding are. In the video, you’ll learn more about his day-to-day work, how he raises awareness of these issues among the next generation of nursing professionals as a clinical instructor, and how diverse teams help provide even better care for patients.

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Rosemarie Wagner, Radiology Medical Technologist

“When people respect and help one another, everything works out.”

Rosemarie has been working at the University Hospital for more than 40 years and is a tremendous asset to our radiology department and the MTR School, where she passes on her knowledge and decades of experience to trainees. In the video, you’ll learn about her career path and discover what’s important to her when it comes to teaching and working with young people—and why she herself always stays up to date and continues to expand her knowledge.

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Everyone is different

Cologne University Hospital at the CSD

» Diversity is the best medicine. «

Every year at the CSD, we stand up for diversity and respect. After all, every Jeck is different—and that’s a good thing.

Bridges Instead of Barriers

Diversity Charter

The “Diversity Charter” is the largest initiative in Germany dedicated to promoting diversity in companies and institutions. We have signed it to demonstrate our commitment to a prejudice-free work environment—one in which every person is valued and has equal opportunities.

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Presentations, articles, and much more

Let's talk about it

Our employees actively embrace diversity and share their experiences through various formats. Regular publications and presentations offer insights into the many ways to discuss the topic, provide information, and inspire others.

German Diversity Day

Diversity Day Event

Since the agreement was signed, we have participated in the nationwide day of action every year. The event provides University Hospital employees with an opportunity to present aspects of their work from a diversity perspective. Topics include religion, sexual orientation, social background, gender, migration, accessibility, sustainability, and mental health.

Seminar on Clinical Supervision

Diversity is part of our culture

The annual seminar “Diversity in On-the-Job Training” is designed to raise awareness of diversity issues among on-the-job trainers. The idea is that they, in particular, serve as key influencers and role models, since they convey the company’s values to trainees and new employees early on.

Strong Women

Equality at the University Hospital

In the "Strong Women" film series, we introduce women at the University Hospital of Cologne. Our female colleagues share their individual career paths and personal challenges.

Marina Filipović, Director of Nursing and Member of the Board of Directors

In the video, she talks about her early days at the University Hospital of Cologne and recounts her journey from nurse to director of nursing and member of the executive board. She also discusses what it will take for more mothers—and fathers—to hold leadership positions, and offers career planning advice to young nursing professionals.

Anke Lützenkirchen, Division Manager

As head of the Procurement and University Services division and as managing director of the subsidiaries Meduniserv and UK-Catering, she oversees three major divisions with a total of approximately 310 employees.

She discusses the challenges and supportive factors she has encountered throughout her career, both within and outside the University Hospital of Cologne. As a mother of three daughters, she describes the balancing act of successfully reconciling family life with leadership responsibilities.

Prof. Esther von Stebut, Director of Dermatology and Venereology

At the Life Science Campus of the University Hospital of Cologne, she is able to closely combine her passion for her work in clinical practice and research. In this video profile, Esther von Stebut describes her career path and also discusses the challenges she faced on her journey to success and the importance of mentors.

About the video series "Strong Women at the University Hospital"

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