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Stacia Ruse1, Rachel Bergman2, Eileen Crawford1
1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Michigan Health System, Ann Arbor, Michigan.
JB & JS Open Access
|January 5, 2023
Summary
Concerns about balancing duties, program perception, and inadequate prenatal/postpartum care are key barriers for women pursuing pregnancy during orthopaedic surgery residency. Addressing these barriers may encourage more women in orthopaedic surgery careers.
Area of Science:
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Medical Education
- Women's Health
Background:
- Multiple barriers discourage women from orthopaedic surgery careers.
- Pregnancy during residency training is a significant concern for female trainees.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify the most prominent barriers to pregnancy during orthopaedic surgery residency.
Main Methods:
- A 63-item survey was distributed to female orthopaedic surgeons and trainees in the US.
- Descriptive statistics and multivariate logistic regression were used.
Main Results:
- Top barriers included balancing clinical/maternal duties (67%), fear of program perception (60%), and inadequate prenatal/postpartum care (38%).
- Maternity leave ≤6 weeks was linked to revisiting career choice and lack of support.
Conclusions:
- Perceived difficulties of pregnancy during residency may deter qualified female applicants.
- Implementing supportive policies could encourage more women in orthopaedic surgery.
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