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Manasa S Ayyala1, Rebeca Rios2, Scott M Wright3
1Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ 07103, USA.
Postgraduate Medical Journal
|March 22, 2023
Summary
Internal medicine residents experience similar rates of bullying, but women report more verbal and sexual harassment, while men report more physical bullying. Female residents also experience more negative consequences, such as burnout.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Workplace Bullying
- Gender Studies
Background:
- Bullying in medical training environments is a significant concern.
- Understanding gender-specific experiences is crucial for targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate gender disparities in the types of bullying experienced by internal medicine residents.
- To analyze gender differences in the personal consequences of bullying.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study surveyed 21,212 internal medicine trainees.
- Bullying experiences and consequences were assessed via a voluntary survey.
- 2,875 trainees who reported bullying provided detailed information.
Main Results:
- Bullying rates were similar between female and male residents (47% vs. 53%).
- Female residents reported higher rates of verbal and sexual bullying.
- Male residents reported higher rates of physical and "other" bullying types.
- Female residents were more likely to report negative consequences, including burnout.
Conclusions:
- Significant gender differences exist in the types and consequences of bullying among internal medicine residents.
- These findings highlight the need for tailored strategies to improve workplace culture and safety in residency programs.
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