Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Among Anesthesiology Trainees.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Historically in medicine, women and minorities have been underrepresented. This trend is especially significant in the anesthesiology workforce.

Objective

The goals of this study were to quantify the current state of diversity by race/ethnicity, gender, and sexual orientation among anesthesiology residents.

Methods

An institutionally reviewed and validated survey was delivered through Qualtrics to 130 anesthesiology program directors. Topics addressed included gender identity, sexual orientation, racial and ethnic background, rationale for pursuing anesthesiology, and medical training experiences. The study was administered from February to April 2021; 135 anesthesiology residents responded to the survey.

Results

The sample was 44.4% white (n 

SUBMITTER: Patel S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9081057 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature