Sexism in Medicine

Sexism in medicine refers to biases and discrimination based on gender that can affect how patients are diagnosed, treated, and cared for. It may lead to women’s health concerns being overlooked or minimized, differences in treatment quality, or assumptions about symptoms rooted in gender stereotypes. This can result in poorer health outcomes for women and a lack of research on conditions affecting them. Addressing sexism in medicine involves recognizing and correcting these biases to ensure equitable, comprehensive care for all genders.