Phased return-to-work policies and global digital mentorship: Transforming gender equality in pediatric surgery
Topic overview
This commentary responds to research on gender disparities in pediatric surgery, proposing phased return-to-work policies and global digital mentorship as evidence-based solutions. The piece addresses the leaky pipeline phenomenon and caregiving burdens that disproportionately affect women surgeons' career advancement.
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- Phased return-to-work policies can mitigate career disruption for women surgeons balancing caregiving responsibilities.
- Global digital mentorship programs expand access to role models and career guidance for women in pediatric surgery.
- Addressing the 'leaky pipeline' requires institutional commitment to evidence-based retention strategies.
- Sexual discrimination and caregiving burdens disproportionately hinder women's advancement in pediatric surgery.
- Sustainable gender equality in surgery demands innovative solutions beyond awareness of existing disparities.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Phased return-to-work policies and global digital mentorship: Transforming gender equality in pediatric surgery. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2025-10-08. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/11124
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