Understanding the impact of gender during gastroenterology postgraduate medical training.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Literature from procedural specialties reveals gender differences amongst trainees regarding work-life balance, career goals, and workplace discrimination.

Purpose

To determine the impact of gender on gastroenterology resident experiences.

Methods

A 70-question cross-sectional survey was electronically disseminated to gastroenterology trainees across Canada. Survey questions addressed personal, professional, financial, and training characteristics. Comparisons were made between self-identified men and women. Wilcoxon test was used for continuous variables. Chi-squared test and Fisher's exact test were applied for categorical variables. Qualitative thematic analysis was applied for short answer responses with 2 independent reviewers.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Cintosun A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12698226 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature