A Commitment to Gender Equity in Medicine: An American Medical Women's Association Position Paper.

The American Medical Women's Association (AMWA) highlights the ongoing gender inequities in the medical profession, particularly in pay, leadership roles, workplace treatment, and work-life integration. To present evidence of gender disparities in medicine, analyze their root causes, and propose strategies for fostering a more equitable and inclusive environment. Despite progress, women physicians continue to face significant disparities, including lower salaries, underrepresentation in leadership roles, and discrimination. These issues are particularly pronounced among minority women and physician mothers. AMWA advocates for transparent pay structures, robust antidiscrimination policies, comprehensive support for physician mothers, and a shift toward work-life integration to ensure that all physicians can thrive professionally and contribute fully to patient care. By addressing these inequities, the medical profession can create an environment where all physicians thrive professionally and contribute fully to patient care.