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Successful women plastic surgery leaders demonstrate integrity and grit, with mentorship and networking being key to their achievements. These findings highlight pathways for aspiring women in leadership roles within the field.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Leadership Studies
  • Gender in Medicine

Background:

  • Historically, leadership pathways in plastic surgery have not been designed with women in mind.
  • This study addresses the need to understand the unique trends, characteristics, and achievements of women leaders in the field.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify common trends, characteristics, and achievements among successful women leaders in plastic surgery.
  • To provide insights into the career pathways and leadership qualities of women in plastic surgery.

Main Methods:

  • A voluntary, anonymous Qualtrics survey was distributed to members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons in 2023.
  • The survey targeted leaders in plastic surgery, with a focus on those who self-identified as women leaders.

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Main Results:

  • Of 227 respondents, 116 were women, with 90 identifying as leaders. Top subspecialties included microsurgery, hand, and craniofacial surgery.
  • Women leaders reported possessing integrity, grit, and dependability. Many held leadership positions in professional organizations, academia, and healthcare management.
  • Mentorship (39% had a woman mentor) and networking were crucial, with 52% inspired by mentors in similar roles. Key recommendations included seeking mentorship and building networks.

Conclusions:

  • Women are demonstrably successful leaders in plastic surgery.
  • Integrity, grit, mentorship, and networking are significant factors contributing to their success.
  • The study provides a profile of today's women leaders and actionable advice for aspiring professionals.