3. Trends in Author Gender Among Diversity Studies in Plastic Surgery Literature

Abstract

Multiple Pearson's Chi-square of independence and Fisher's Exact tests evaluated comparisons of microaggressions by sex, race, Hispanic origin, sexual preference, and year in training. A multivariate regression analysis assessed associations between variables.Results: One hundred twenty-five participants responded to the survey (response rate: 10.2%). Of those who responded, 68.8% had experienced microaggressions in the past year. Female trainees experienced microaggressions more frequently than male trainees (p<0.05). Asians had higher odds to be a target of microaggressions compared to Caucasians (p=0.013). Non-heterosexual trainees were more likely to have experienced microaggressions compared to heterosexual trainees (p<0.05). Independent trainees were more likely to experience microaggressions than PGY 1-2 and 3-4 integrated residents (p<0.05). Conclusion:Approximately 7 in every 10 trainees stated that they experienced microaggressions in the past year. Females, racial minorities, sexual minorities, and independent trainees had higher odds of reporting that they experienced microaggressions. Further studies are needed to assess the implementation of strategies that address this problem in order to resolve inequities.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Plastic Surgery

“…Gunderson et al 66 evaluated the gender representation among breast, cosmetic, and hand/peripheral nerve articles published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery between 2006 and 2019, finding that the proportion of female corresponding authors increased in all 3 categories. In 2022, Bustos et al 75 reported that women represented 42.2% of total authors, 39.2% of first authors, and 36.5% of senior authors of publications discussing diversity.…”

“…A total of 138 publications were identified 3–140 Figure 1. demonstrates the number of publications appearing annually in the 6 journals from January 2018 to September 2023.…”