2022 Specialty Day All-Access Pass-The Time Is Now! Collaboration & Allyship for Diversity in Orthopaedics

The Time Is Now! Collaboration & Allyship for Diversity in Orthopaedics

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The video transcript highlights the importance of collaboration and allyship for diversity in orthopedics. It mentions the preparation of a program featuring 50% female faculty, cutting-edge topics in sports medicine, and a panel on diversity. The transcript also discusses the gender disparity in orthopedic surgery, with only about 15% of residents being women. It references a study from 2018 that found an increase in female orthopedic surgeons but recognizes a lack of women in leadership positions. The efforts of various organizations and societies to improve diversity are mentioned, including the creation of a Diversity and Inclusion Task Force. Lastly, it expresses the need for intentional efforts and collaboration to improve diversity in the field.

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Mary K. Mulcahey, M.D., FAANA

Keywords

collaboration

diversity

orthopedics

gender disparity

intentional efforts