Gender Equity Issues in Orthopaedics: A Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Patients have improved outcomes when their diversity is reflected in the healthcare team providing treatment. Despite recent increases in female representation, orthopaedics continues to lag behind other medical specialties. The purpose of this study was to identify major themes relating to gender equity in orthopaedics, examine trends in gender representation, and summarize the existing evidence within these themes.

Methods

We conducted a scoping review in accordance with PRISMA guidelines using Medline, EMBASE and Global Index Medicus to identify original research articles on gender equity issues in orthopaedics. Data-driven studies examining issues across the orthopaedic training spectrum were included. A thematic analysis was conducted and descriptive statisti

SUBMITTER: Schaeffer EK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12535563 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature