This survey of general surgeons in the US who had a pregnancy during surgical training identified a number of challenges that may influence career satisfaction. These included inadequate scheduling support, lactation facilities, and mentoring. 30% of participants would advise a female medical student not to pursue a surgical career.
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Pregnancy and Motherhood During Surgical Training
Submitted by: Mark Ferguson
Source: JAMA Surgery
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Author(s): Erika L. Rangel, Douglas S. Smink, Manuel Castillo-Angeles, Gifty Kwakye, Marguerite Changala, Adil H. Haider, Gerard M. Doherty
