Women in Podiatry and Medicine.
Publication Title
Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
10-1-2019
Keywords
Female; Humans; Physicians, Women; Podiatry
Abstract
The role of female physicians has advanced among western medicine. Women now constitute a majority within medical schools, and the number of women in podiatric medicine and surgery has increased over the last 5 decades. Conversely, female physicians continue to face barriers to closing the gender gap. They have lower academic standings and fewer publications, receive less awards/grants, are underrepresented in leadership positions, have a lower incidence pursuing surgical specialties, and receive lower compensation. Women experience an increased rate of burnout, gender discrimination, and sexual harassment. Increasing awareness of the gender gap is vital to the enhancement of the medical community.
Area of Special Interest
Women & Children
