Title |
To the point: gender differences in the obstetrics and gynecology clerkship
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Published in |
American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology, May 2018
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DOI | 10.1016/j.ajog.2018.05.020 |
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Authors |
LaTasha B. Craig, Samantha D. Buery-Joyner, Susan Bliss, Elise N. Everett, David A. Forstein, Scott C. Graziano, Brittany S. Hampton, Margaret L. McKenzie, Helen Morgan, Sarah M. Page-Ramsey, Archana Pradhan, Laura Hopkins, Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics Undergraduate Medical Education Committee |
Abstract |
Gender differences in performance on the Obstetrics and Gynecology (Ob/Gyn) clerkship have been reported, with females outperforming males. Males report that their gender negatively affects their experience during the clerkship. Additionally, there are fewer males applying for Ob/Gyn residency. This "To The Point" article by the Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics (APGO) Undergraduate Medical Education Committee (UMEC) will describe the gender differences that have been found, examine factors that could be contributing to these issues and propose measures to correct these disparities. |
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Canada | 2 | 6% |
Belgium | 1 | 3% |
Brazil | 1 | 3% |
Italy | 1 | 3% |
France | 1 | 3% |
United Kingdom | 1 | 3% |
Unknown | 12 | 36% |
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Scientists | 7 | 21% |
Science communicators (journalists, bloggers, editors) | 1 | 3% |
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Student > Master | 8 | 11% |
Professor | 7 | 9% |
Researcher | 6 | 8% |
Student > Bachelor | 6 | 8% |
Other | 17 | 23% |
Unknown | 22 | 29% |
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Social Sciences | 5 | 7% |
Nursing and Health Professions | 5 | 7% |
Business, Management and Accounting | 2 | 3% |
Arts and Humanities | 2 | 3% |
Other | 5 | 7% |
Unknown | 25 | 33% |