The phenotype of pathology residency program directors

Cytopathology fellowship and practice: Are our trainees and cytopathologists diverse?

“…Additionally, at the time the survey was performed, there were no program directors who identified as a gender other than cisgender (specifically male or female). 25 When the gender lens is turned to department chairs, everyone is underrepresented when compared with men. 24 When one looks at ethnicity in academic pathology leadership, there are far fewer gains.…”

“…Per the abovementioned study, 76% of program directors identified as White, 16% identified as Asian or South Asian, 7% identified as Hispanic or Latinx, and 3% identified as Black or African American. 25 No program directors were identified as Native Hawaiian, Native American, Native Alaskan, or Pacific Islander. 25 At the academic department chair level, women continue to be underrepresented.…”

“…25 No program directors were identified as Native Hawaiian, Native American, Native Alaskan, or Pacific Islander. 25 At the academic department chair level, women continue to be underrepresented. 26 There is some hope, though, if a woman has the opportunity to become an interim chair first.…”