Austin Chiang, Chief Medical Officer for Endoscopy at Medtronic, has championed LGBTQ+ inclusion through his leadership and advocacy. As sponsor for the communication pillar of Medtronic’s PRIDE ERG, Austin has helped grow the group to over 8,000 members and led impactful campaigns around Pride Month, LGBTQ History Month, and awareness days. He has spoken at Medtronic’s diversity summit, sharing how his identity has shaped his success. Externally, Austin raises awareness about LGBTQ+ health through social media, his book “Gut: An Owner’s Guide,” and collaborations with organizations like Cheeky Charity and Callen-Lorde. Austin’s visibility as an LGBTQ+ executive drives belonging and innovation within Medtronic and the broader healthcare community.
