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Issues in the recruitment and success of women in academic surgery
Seema S Sonnad1, Lisa M Colletti
1Department of Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA.
Background:
We undertook a national survey of male and female academic surgeons to identify issues and perceptions surrounding the success of women in surgery.
Data And Methods:
A previously tested survey instrument was sent to 772 female and 994 male academic surgeons. Responses were entered and compared across a number of categories using descriptive statistics and t tests.
Results:
Women report similar objective experience, but have very different perceptions of the issues in academic surgery than do men. Differences include access to collaboration and support, issues in balancing family and work life, and to what degree perceptions are changing.
Discussion:
If we are to recruit and retain the best possible faculty into academic surgery, it will be necessary to further understand women's perceptions of their role in academic surgery and to address obstacles that exist for both men and women.
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