Abstract
A growing number of articles highlight the under-representation and inequities women experience in cardiovascular medicine, surgery, and sciences. 1 Kang S.K. Kaplan S. Working toward gender diversity and inclusion in medicine: myths and solutions. Lancet. 2019; 393: 579-586 Abstract Full Text Full Text PDF PubMed Scopus (63) Google Scholar ,2 Banks L. Randhawa V.K. Caterini J. et al. Sex, gender and equity in cardiovascular medicine, surgery, and science in Canada: challenges, successes, and opportunities for change. CJC Open. 2020; 2: 522-529 Abstract Full Text Full Text PDF PubMed Scopus (4) Google Scholar We previously reported on the historical context of women pursuing cardiovascular careers, with an emphasis on the need for increased mentorship, sponsorship (eg, mentor willing to advocate for your career development through the provision of opportunities), and women in leadership roles. 3 Randhawa V.K. Banks L. Rayner-Hartley E. et al. Canadian women in cardiovascular medicine and science: moving toward parity. Can J Cardiol. 2017; 33: 1339-1341 Abstract Full Text Full Text PDF Google Scholar We also documented current trends in the cardiovascular sphere, which further underscore the need for sponsored mentorship and initiatives that support women at all stages of their careers. 2 Banks L. Randhawa V.K. Caterini J. et al. Sex, gender and equity in cardiovascular medicine, surgery, and science in Canada: challenges, successes, and opportunities for change. CJC Open. 2020; 2: 522-529 Abstract Full Text Full Text PDF PubMed Scopus (4) Google Scholar These initiatives have the potential to facilitate efforts for gender parity, address gender-specific challenges, and advance the academic careers of women into leadership positions, 4 Pattani R. Marquez C. Dinyarian C. et al. The perceived organizational impact of the gender gap across a Canadian department of medicine and proposed strategies to combat it: a qualitative study. BMC Med. 2018; 16: 48 Crossref PubMed Scopus (13) Google Scholar with possible implications for improving the diversity of health care teams and cardiovascular care.
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