2023 Update on equity, diversity, and inclusion in Canadian cardiac surgery
Lina A. Elfaki,
Rosalind Groenewoud,
Akachukwu Nwakoby
et al.
Abstract:Purpose of review
Despite efforts to diversify the medical field, cardiac surgery remains amongst the least diverse specialties. Specifically, the percentage of women and racial minorities has remained low in past few decades. This may impact prospective trainee recruitment and surgical care. This paper highlights recent efforts that aim to promote diversity and inclusion of the Canadian cardiac surgical workforce.
Recent findings
Formal programs have b… Show more
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