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Gender sensitivity among general practitioners: results of a training programme
Halime H Celik1, Ineke I Klinge, Trudy T van der Weijden
1Department of Health, Ethics and Society, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Faculty of Health Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, The Netherlands. h.celik@zw.unimaas.nl
BMC Medical Education
|June 28, 2008
Summary
A training program successfully improved general practitioners' (GPs) gender sensitivity in managing angina, depression, and incontinence. This enhanced awareness can improve patient care by addressing gender-specific health needs.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- General Practice
- Health Disparities
Background:
- Healthcare often overlooks gender differences, impacting patient health outcomes.
- Integrating gender sensitivity can significantly enhance the quality of medical care.
- Current practices require development in recognizing and addressing gender-specific health issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess if a training program can enhance general practitioners' (GPs) gender sensitivity.
- To evaluate the impact of training on managing specific conditions: angina pectoris, depression, and urinary incontinence.
- To explore methods for improving gender-sensitive healthcare delivery.
Main Methods:
- A quantitative, explorative, and descriptive study design was employed.
- Eighteen GPs participated in a training program focused on gender-sensitive recommendations for three key diseases.
- Data were collected over six months using standardized forms, with ongoing support and case discussions.
Main Results:
- GPs completed 100 patient registration forms across angina pectoris, depression, and urinary incontinence.
- The training program demonstrated a positive effect on stimulating gender sensitivity among participating GPs.
- Factors contributing to success included training, practical recommendations, case discussions, and study team support.
Conclusions:
- The training program and support visits effectively enhanced GPs' gender sensitivity.
- Integrating gender issues into existing organizational structures is recommended for sustained attention.
- Further efforts are needed to embed gender sensitivity into routine general practice.
