Equal access to services

NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital is proud of the diversity among our staff and patients. We're dedicated to serving all members of our community with high quality medical care. You have the right to receive services, visit loved ones, and participate in our programs and activities regardless of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, source of payment, age, or any other characteristic, as protected by law.

We encourage patients and visitors to share preferred pronouns, preferred names, and any and all requests for accommodation with us when checking in and at any time following check-in. Staff with rainbow flag insignias on their ID badges have completed LGBTQ+ sensitive trainings and are able to assist you with any questions that may arise. For convenience, All-gender restrooms are located throughout the main hospital. For directions to the nearest one, please ask at the information desk or a security staff person. 

At NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, we are committed to supporting our LGBTQ+ patients and staff both on our campus and in the community. We are a proud participant in the Brooklyn Pride Multicultural Festival and other LGBTQ+-affirming activities coordinated with our community partners.

LGBTQ+ Leader

NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital has received the “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader” designation from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, the educational arm of the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) civil rights organization. HEI participants are given scores in four criteria: foundational elements of LGBTQ+ patient-centered care, LGBTQ+ Patient Services and Support, Employee Benefits and Policies and LGBTQ+ Patient and Community Engagement.  

If you have questions or would like assistance accessing the most appropriate care for you, or our loved one, please contact Tara DiDonato, Director of Patient Services by email or at 718-780-3375.

For additional guidance on how to be open with your doctor, your rights as an LGBTQ patient and more, visit NYC's LGBTQ+ Health page.

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