Tsoumakidou Georgia
Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Lausanne University Hospital and University of Lausanne, Rue du Bugnon 46, 1011, Lausanne, Switzerland.
Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol. 2025 Jun 24. doi: 10.1007/s00270-025-04103-w.
Interventional Radiology (IR) is a captivating yet demanding specialty, characterized by its technical complexity, time-sensitive procedures, and intensive work environment. Women in IR face additional challenges, including underrepresentation, implicit bias, limited mentorship and the struggle to balance professional and personal responsibilities. The long, unpredictable working hours, the on call duties and the physical demands of the specialty further complicate work-life integration. This article explores key strategies to create a more inclusive and supportive environment, promoting sustainable careers and advancing gender equality in the field.
介入放射学(IR)是一个既引人入胜又颇具挑战性的专业领域,其特点是技术复杂、程序对时间要求严格以及工作环境紧张。从事介入放射学的女性面临着额外的挑战,包括代表性不足、隐性偏见、指导有限以及难以平衡职业和个人责任。该专业漫长且不可预测的工作时间、随叫随到的职责以及对身体的要求,使得工作与生活的融合更加复杂。本文探讨了一些关键策略,以营造一个更具包容性和支持性的环境,促进可持续的职业发展,并推动该领域的性别平等。