Innovator, Visionary, and Leader in
Equity, Inclusion, and Wellness
Born in Jamaica, West Indies and migrating to the United States in 1968— Dr. Heron is the Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer for Emory’s School of Medicine, a board-certified Emergency Medicine Physician, full professor, Vice Chair and Associate Dean at Emory University in Atlanta, GA and editor of 2 pioneer textbooks addressing Diversity and Inclusion in Quality Patient Care. Dr. Heron’s journey over two decades is inviting and inspirational.