Duke University School of Medicine promotes adherence to high standards of professionalism and mutual accountability. As a student, it can be challenging to experience a mismatch between action and stated policies and values. If you have any concerns about how to proceed, you may reach out to jane.gagliardi@duke.edu, Associate Dean for Learning Environment and Well-Being, to find a time to talk through your concerns and possible options.
Duke's Policy on Prohibited Discrimination, Harassment, and Related Misconduct | Office for Institutional Equity (duke.edu) outlines a variety of resources and options for being heard and receiving support in the face of concerns regarding professional behavior or violation of the policy. Members of the Duke University community, including SOM students, may utilize Speak Up Reporting to register a concern, or they can contact OIE at 919-684-8222, or oie-help@duke.edu.
If you have concerns about the professional conduct of a faculty member, consider talking directly to the faculty member or submitting your concerns through RL-6 (Safety Reporting System). Faculty professionalism concerns may be addressed via the Professionalism Accountability Program (PACT) or through higher-intensity outreach from departmental or institutional leadership.
If you have concerns about the professional conduct of a resident, talk directly with that individual and/or submit your concerns through RL-6 (Safety Reporting System).
If you have concerns about the professional conduct of a School of Medicine student, you are encouraged to reach out to the student directly with actionable feedback and to utilize the Professionalism Notification Form. Please reach out to jane.gagliardi@duke.edu to discuss questions or specific concerns you may have. When sending emails please send securely.