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Female cardiologists in Japan
Atsuko Nakayama1, Hiroyuki Morita1, Issei Komuro1
1Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
Summary
Patients treated by female cardiologists had a lower risk of 30-day emergency readmission. Female cardiologists
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Practice
- Health Outcomes
Background:
- Female cardiologist employment in Japan is low, with potential workplace challenges.
- Hospital managers may hesitate to hire female cardiologists.
- Previous research indicated lower 30-day emergency readmission for patients treated by female cardiologists.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate if cardiologist gender impacts clinical outcomes for cardiovascular disease patients.
- To compare patient outcomes between male and female cardiologists in a Japanese teaching hospital.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of patient data from a representative teaching hospital in Japan.
- Comparison of clinical outcomes, focusing on 30-day emergency readmission rates.
- Analysis of practice patterns, including evidence-based medicine adherence and communication skills.
Main Results:
- Patients treated by female cardiologists showed significantly lower emergency readmission rates within 30 days.
- Female cardiologists demonstrated higher adherence to evidence-based medicine and guideline-directed care.
- Enhanced physician-patient communication and patient-centered preventive care were noted in female cardiologists.
Conclusions:
- Cardiologist gender is associated with differences in patient clinical outcomes.
- Increased numbers of female cardiovascular medicine practitioners may improve patient outcomes.
- Addressing workplace challenges for female cardiologists is crucial for equitable healthcare.
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