Abstract
The authors provide an interesting analysis of the language used in letters of recommendation for urology residency applicants, specifically the differences between the language used to describe male and female applicants. It was discouraging to read that male letter writers tended to describe characteristics more desirable in a surgeon, such as drive and power, more commonly for male applicants than for female applicants. Those of us that write these letters should take note of these tendencies. References to an applicant's leadership abilities and professionalism were particular areas that were more commonly attributed to male applicants. Indeed, we still observe some lingering bias against female leadership and professionalism being interpreted as “bossy” rather than the positive traits they actually represent.
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