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Cultivating Inclusion: The Role of DE&I in Colorectal Surgery Training

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Colon and rectal surgeons treat a unique patient population, many of whom identify as racial, ethnic, or sexual minorities. Multiple studies have shown having diverse representation improves not only patient outcomes but also the training and work environment. Surgery and surgical subspecialties have historically not achieved demographic parity due to a multitude of reasons. Current strategies to improve demographic parity include pipeline programs to attract more diverse applicants to residencies and mentorship programs to help early and mid-career surgeons. Improving diversity, equity, and inclusion in colon and rectal surgery training will occur only with training program, institutional and national organization commitment.

Source: Clinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery

DOI: 10.1055/s-0045-1813687

Authors: Brian V. Monahan, Brian L. Bello, Anne C. Fabrizio

Institutions: MedStar Health, Georgetown University

Language: English

Topic: Diversity and Career in Medicine

Subfield: Gender Studies

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W4417012572

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