University College of Medicine and Dentistry, Lahore, Pakistan.
Research Associate, Violence, Injury Prevention & Disability Unit, Health Services Academy, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Neurosurg Rev. 2024 Sep 18;47(1):632. doi: 10.1007/s10143-024-02816-z.
Neurosurgery is still dominated by men, with only 16.7% of neurosurgeons being women and even fewer in leadership roles. This disparity affects research, patient care, and health policy. To enhance care and equity, addressing barriers for women through targeted mentorship, inclusive practices, and policy changes is essential. CORRESPONDENCE: Despite significant progress in medical education and practice, neurosurgery remains a male-dominated specialty. This gender disparity is not merely a reflection of societal biases but a systemic issue that affects both the professional advancement of women and the quality of care delivered to patients. As the global health community strives for equity, the underrepresentation of women in neurosurgery demands urgent attention.
神经外科学仍然由男性主导，女性神经外科医生仅占 16.7%，担任领导职务的女性则更少。这种差距影响了研究、患者护理和卫生政策。为了加强护理和公平，通过有针对性的指导、包容性做法和政策变革来解决女性面临的障碍至关重要。
通讯作者：尽管医学教育和实践取得了重大进展，但神经外科学仍然是一个男性主导的专业。这种性别差距不仅反映了社会偏见，还是一个系统性问题，影响着女性的职业发展和患者的护理质量。随着全球卫生界努力实现公平，神经外科中女性的代表性不足问题亟待关注。
