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  • Medical Education
  • Surgical Specialties
  • Health Workforce Development

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  • Medical students' specialty choices are influenced by various factors, including malpractice risk.
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (Ob/Gyn) is a specialty with a high risk for malpractice litigation.
  • Understanding these influences is crucial for addressing workforce balance in medicine.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate factors influencing medical students' specialty choices, particularly concerning Obstetrics and Gynecology (Ob/Gyn).
  • To explore the relationship between perceived malpractice litigation risk and specialty preference.
  • To identify gender-specific deterrents and attractors for Ob/Gyn.

Main Methods:

  • An online survey was distributed to medical students across four graduating classes at Western University of Health Sciences.
  • Pearson's Chi-square and Fisher's exact tests were used to analyze factors influencing specialty choice and perceived medico-legal risk.
  • Survey data from 392 students (150 males, 242 females) were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • Malpractice litigation risk was the third most significant deterrent for students considering Ob/Gyn.
  • Gender significantly influenced specialty choice: males cited disinterest and patient population, while females cited lifestyle and competitiveness.
  • Students choosing Ob/Gyn were motivated by patient care and procedural aspects.

Conclusions:

  • While medical liability did not deter students committed to Ob/Gyn, gender significantly impacted those deciding against it.
  • Females not choosing Ob/Gyn cited competitiveness, liability, and lifestyle; males cited different factors.
  • Targeted mentorship and educational initiatives are needed to address gender disparities and promote diversity in Ob/Gyn.