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This volume examines the complex nature and interplay of gender, careers and inequalities in the fields of medicine and medical education through interdisciplin

The presence of women in the practice of medicine extends back to ancient times; however, up until the last few decades, women have comprised only a small perce

Over the last few decades, research, activity, and funding has been devoted to improving the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women in the fields of s

'... a very useful addition to teaching material in the medical sociology/health studies field that will also be of value for teachers and students in women's s

The number of women practicing medicine in the United States has grown steadily since the late 1960s, with women now roughly at parity with men among entering m