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A pilot study exploring gender differences in residents' strategies for establishing mentoring relationships
Megan C McNamara1, Melissa A McNeil, Judy Chang
1Division of General Internal Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Montefiore University Hospital, Suite 933W, 200 Lothrop Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213.
Medical Education Online
|February 19, 2010
Summary
Physician residents face mentoring challenges, with women reporting fewer strategies for finding mentors than men. Residency programs should address these gender-specific differences to foster mentorship.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Physician Development
- Gender Studies in Medicine
Background:
- Mentorship is crucial for physicians, especially during residency.
- Existing research indicates potential challenges for women in securing mentors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate gender-based disparities in residents' mentoring experiences.
- To identify differences in how male and female residents find and engage with mentors.
Main Methods:
- Conducted two focus groups with male and female residents at the University of Pittsburgh.
- Analyzed transcribed discussions to identify recurring themes and patterns.
Main Results:
- Both male and female residents encountered barriers to mentorship.
- Men utilized diverse strategies (research, interests, friendship, networking) to find mentors, while women relied on more limited methods (word-of-mouth, work experiences).
- Women described more passive approaches to mentor acquisition compared to men.
Conclusions:
- Female residents may require more support in developing strategies for finding mentors.
- Residency programs should proactively create opportunities for mentorship, acknowledging and addressing gender-specific needs.
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