A discussion of contemporary platforms for women in surgery

Authors

  • Olivia MacIntyre Faculty of Medicine, Dalhousie University
  • Sophie Gaube Faculty of Medicine, Dalhousie University
  • Hannah Price Faculty of Medicine, Dalhousie University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15273/dmj.Vol49No2.12002

Abstract

While the number of females entering medical training has been increasing in recent years, only 30% of surgeons in Canada are women. This discrepancy can be attributed to many aspects, and the lack of representation is a notable barrier that aspiring female surgeons face early in their medical careers. With the growing popularity of virtual platforms, many thread-based discussion websites have placed connecting with like-minded individuals at our fingertips. An accessible platform for women interested in surgery is a natural progression to help bridge the gender gap within the field, and yet it has not been created. While there are many pre-existing women in surgery organizations that promote a mentorship ideology, accessibility is limited by membership fees. A completely free, thread-based platform that connects both prospective and current women in surgery may serve to advance the field through the lens of diversity and collaboration.

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Published

2024-01-04

How to Cite

MacIntyre, O., Gaube, S., & Price, H. (2024). A discussion of contemporary platforms for women in surgery. DALHOUSIE MEDICAL JOURNAL, 49(2). https://doi.org/10.15273/dmj.Vol49No2.12002

Issue

Vol. 49 No. 2 (2023)

Section

Education

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Copyright (c) 2023 Olivia MacIntyre, Sophie Gaube, Hannah Price

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