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COVID-19 and Gender Disparities in Pediatric Cardiologists with Dependent Care Responsibilities

Sunita J Ferns1, Shiva Gautam2, Mark L Hudak1

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, University of Florida School of Medicine, Jacksonville, FL.

The American Journal of Cardiology
|February 28, 2021
PubMed

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The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated gender disparities among pediatric cardiologists. Female doctors faced more salary cuts and increased childcare, highlighting unequal burdens.

Area of Science:

  • Medical research
  • Sociology
  • Gender studies

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted professional and personal lives globally.
  • Pre-existing gender disparities in caregiving responsibilities may have been amplified by the pandemic.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the gender-specific effects of the COVID-19 lockdown on pediatric cardiologists.
  • To assess the impact on professional duties, personal lives, and caregiving responsibilities.

Main Methods:

  • An online multiple-choice survey was distributed to pediatric cardiologists.
  • Data collected included demographics, dependent care, work hours, salary changes, and partner involvement.
  • The study focused on 242 respondents with dependent care responsibilities.

Main Results:

  • Female pediatric cardiologists reported higher rates of salary cuts (29.1% vs 17.6%) and work reductions (14% vs 5.3%).
  • Females experienced a greater increase in weekly childcare hours (30 pre to 45 post vs 20 pre to 30 post for males).
  • Male cardiologists' partners were more likely to reduce work hours (67% vs 28%) and take salary cuts (51% vs 22%).

Conclusions:

  • Gender disparities in caregiving existed among pediatric cardiologists before the pandemic.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately affected female pediatric cardiologists regarding caregiving, work, and finances.
  • Findings underscore the need for equitable support systems in high-skilled professions.

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