An Opportunity to Advance Workforce Equity: Surgical Referrals

Ann Surg. 2023 Feb 1;277(2):e245-e246. doi: 10.1097/SLA.0000000000005503. Epub 2022 Jul 7.

Abstract

Emerging literature suggests unconscious bias impacts referrals to female surgeons with downstream consequences on career advancement, compensation, and patient care. The use of structural processes, such as group referrals, along with data and objective criteria to aid in the selection of consultants will advance workforce equity.

MeSH terms

  • Health Equity*
  • Humans
  • Referral and Consultation
  • Workforce