Gender Inequality

In this episode, Laura M. Periman, MD, talks with Vandana C. Reddy, MD, and Rupa K. Wong, MD, about the challenges female surgeons face, how to navigate some of the societal dualities of being a woman leader and more.

Significant disparities exist in pay, promotion and perks between the sexes in every field (not just in medicine), and this has been the case for centuries.

Overqualified women and sufficiently qualified men tend to be hired for the same jobs and ranks, according to a study published in Organization Science.

For National Doctors’ Day, Healio presents a collection of articles profiling women oncologists who have spoken about the challenges and inequalities they have faced while working in medicine, as well as their triumphs and future goals.

MIAMI – Female gastroenterologists continue to be underrepresented in leadership positions and earn less than their male counterparts, spotlighting a critical ally role for males, noted a presenter at Scrubs and Heels Summit.

MIAMI – Impostor phenomenon – or self-doubt and feeling like a fraud at work – is a common challenge for high-achieving individuals, but poses unique challenges for women and minorities, noted a presenter at Scrubs and Heels Summit.

Women had a lower rate of asking and answering questions during both in-person and virtual classes in academic medicine learning environments, according to data published in JAMA Network Open.

Representation of women in both radiation oncology and medical oncology has improved over time; however, individuals from otherwise underrepresented racial and ethnic groups have continued to lag.

The nonprofit Women in Medicine recently launched an all-women speakers bureau to increase opportunities for female experts in medicine. It is the first of its kind, according to the organization.

The literature shows that most CME speakers are men and that “manels” are still too common.