Abstract

Though female doctors still encounter discrimination and obstacles to narrowing the gender gap, the feminization of medicine is transforming the medical profession. Female doctors continue to have poorer academic rankings, less publications, fewer prizes and grants, are underrepresented in leadership roles, are less likely to choose surgical specialty, and are paid less. The profession of medicine suffers from widespread burnout, gender discrimination, and sexual harassment. Gaining gender equity requires raising awareness with the intention of implementing change.