Male Nurses Research Articles

EXPERIENCES AND PERCEPTIONS OF FOREIGN NURSES WORKING IN A SUPER-AGED SOCIETY: A QUALITATIVE DESCRIPTIVE STUDY

Abstract This study delves into the experiences of foreign male nurses from China working within Japan’s super-aged society, a distinctive environment marked by unique healthcare and elderly care systems. We directed our focus on the Chinese perspective, aiming to gain a detailed understanding of their experiences, challenges, and perceptions within this context. This qualitative research explores experiences, challenges, and perceptions of 16 Chinese male nurses in Japan’s super-aged society. Focused on the Chinese perspective, it provides valuable insights via semi-structured interviews. The interviews were conducted in Chinese via Zoom, with each participant being interviewed once for an average duration of 90 minutes. Key findings include: 1) Job Responsibilities and Challenges: Participants reveal high work intensity and difficulties with disease management and scheduling in the Japanese healthcare system. 2) Aging Society Implications: While Japan’s eldercare and healthcare systems provide stability, they also result in increased demand and workloads. Some system aspects were criticized as unreasonable. 3) Cultural Adaptation: Challenges included language barriers, understanding Japanese etiquette, and lifestyle and work habits adjustment. 4) Interpersonal Relationships: Narratives about interactions within this new cultural environment highlighted communication issues and feelings of isolation. this study offers an in-depth understanding of the unique challenges faced by Chinese male nurses within Japan’s super-aged society. The findings serve to inform future healthcare policies and practices tailored towards foreign healthcare professionals in Japan. By focusing specifically on Chinese male nurses, this study contributes a fresh perspective to the ongoing discourse on cultural diversity within the international healthcare workforce.

The Opinion of Patients and Nurses About the Professional Appearance in Nursing

Aim. To examine the opinion of patients and nurses about professional appearance in nursing in relation to gender and age and to examine how they perceive professionalism. Methods. Respondents in the cross-sectional study were nurses and patients. An anonymous questionnaire created for the purpose of this research was used to collect data. Results. A total number of 764 respondents participated in the research. Male respondents show significantly more agreement with the statement that the physical appearance of the female nurse (p=0.003) / male nurse (p=0.005) affects the satisfaction with the health care provided. Respondents of older age groups show significantly more agreement with the statement that a female nurse dressed in a skimpier uniform will attract the attention of male patients and that during working hours she should cover the tattoo/piercing, unlike younger respondents. Compared to medical workers, patients show significantly more agreement with the statement that the physical appearance of female nurses is not related to their expertise (p=0.001), and that they would feel more comfortable if they were taken care of by a female nurse that is properly dressed (p=0.05). Both female and male nurses show significantly more agreement with the statement that the uniform should not put them in an uncomfortable situation (p=0.004). Conclusion. Most respondents believe that both female and male nurses should be properly dressed in the workplace and respect the provisions of professional appearance.

Why do male nurses choose to work in foreign countries? A qualitative study on Chinese male nurses working in Japan

AimThis study aimed to examine foreign-educated male nurses’ motivation to emigrate for work, as well as explore the contextual factors that shape their career trajectories. BackgroundTo that end, we interviewed Chinese male nurses working in Japan. No previous study has examined why male nurses seek employment abroad or the problems they face. MethodsThis study employed a qualitative and inductive research design. Sixteen Chinese male nurses working in Eastern and Western Japan were recruited using convenience and snowball sampling methods and were interviewed via video calls. Co-researchers of both genders from different occupational and cultural backgrounds coded the findings and identified common themes in participants’ responses. We analysed our findings vis-à-vis various theoretical perspectives and developed an explanatory model. ResultsParticipants' experience as nurses in Japan ranged from six months to eight years. The findings confirmed that factors identified in earlier reports influenced nurses' motivation and work. Two new factors emerged: influence by others and social reasons. Moreover, two factors that affected male nurses’ motivation to work abroad, namely, external factors and the influence of others, were identified. Social reasons were identified as a pull factor. ConclusionOur study provides valuable insights into recruiting and retaining foreign male nurses in developed countries facing issues such as ageing populations and nursing shortages. Implications for nursing policyThis study has important implications for nursing management. Our findings highlight the importance of orienting foreign-educated nurses regarding the local work culture to increase the recruitment and retention of foreign talent. Moreover, enhanced salary packages and benefits to improve motivation can lead to improved job performance, which can positively impact patient and safety outcomes.

Knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards human papillomavirus (HPV) and HPV vaccination among male nurses.

This study aimed to determine the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of male nurses towards human papillomavirus (HPV) and HPV vaccination and to examine whether knowledge about the HPV vaccine affects attitudes and beliefs about HPV vaccines. HPV is responsible for ≈5% of all cancers worldwide. Therefore, vaccination against HPV is recommended to prevent HPV infections and HPV-related cancers in men and women. The study group included 383 male nurses who were asked to complete online questionnaires. The data were collected using the following tools: a sociodeomographical characteristics form, the Human Papillomavirus Knowledge Scale (HPVKS), and The Carolina HPV Immunization Attitudes and Beliefs Scale (CHIAS). It was determined that the general HPV knowledge of the male nurses participating in the study was at a moderate level, but their knowledge of HPV screening test, HPV vaccination, and current HPV vaccination programmes were at a low level. Male nurses' HPV vaccination rates were relatively low, and most of them did not intend to be vaccinated. In addition, CHIAS Attitudes and Beliefs scores of the male nurses were at an average level and HPV knowledge affected the attitudes and beliefs of the nurses. These results demonstrate an opportunity to improve information and awareness about HPV and vaccines by nursing education.

The Predictive Role of Sociodemographic Factors in Nurses' Psychological Hardiness

Objective(s): The study aims to identify the role of sociodemographic factors in predicting the level of psychological hardiness of nurses.
 Methodology: A descriptive correlational study conducted in the Medical City hospitals in the city of Baghdad during the period from November 1, 2022 to May 1, 2023 on a sample of 156 male and female nurses. The validity of the questionnaire was verified by presenting it to experts, and its reliability was verified through a pilot study. Data analysis was carried out using (SPSS, version 26) program.
 Results: Results showed that (57.7%) of nurses reported a moderate level of psychological hardiness, (42.3%) are associated with high level of psychological hardiness. Also the study found no significant difference between nurses' age, gender, marital status, socioeconomic status, qualification, workplace, and years of experience and their overall psychological hardiness score.
 Conclusion: The study concluded that socio-demographic factors do not affect the level of psychological hardiness among nurses.
 Recommendations: To further investigate the impact of demographic and work-related factors on psychological hardiness, future research should include larger and more diverse samples of nurses, particularly those from different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. 
 Keywords: Psychological Hardiness, Sociodemographic Factors, Nurses

The Quality of Telenursing-Israeli Nursing Staff's Perceptions.

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has increased telemedicine and telenursing services worldwide, developed this innovative treatment's potential, and emphasized its importance. The constraints imposed by the pandemic breached regulatory, psychological, and organizational obstructions among both patients and caretakers. Community and hospital nursing services were forced to deal with a new reality, to provide remote care solutions for bedridden chronic patients, as the need for this grew exponentially. Despite the increase of telemedicine in recent years, so far no research in Israel has investigated the nursing staff's perceptions of the quality of the care provided through telenursing. To assess nurses' perceptions of the quality of the care provided through telenursing compared to face-to-face nursing. A quantitative cross-sectional study among 227 male and female nurses in Israel. The questionnaire included demographic questions, and the five measures of quality of care: concern and empathy for the patient, professional treatment, response to treatment, educated use of resources, and patients' sense of security. Significant differences were found between nurses' perceptions of telenursing and face-to-face nursing. The quality of face-to-face nursing was perceived as more positive than that of telenursing, in general, as were the individual measures of care quality such as providing professional treatment, response to treatment, and patients' sense of security. Although telemedicine has increased significantly in recent years, nursing staff still perceived the quality of care and follow-up of face-to-face nursing as more positive. It is important to continue to monitor nurses' perceptions and attitudes towards the strengths of these two treatment methods, not only in crisis situations, but among wider populations, and to investigate the factors that could influence these perceptions.

Factors influencing work engagement among male nurses: A structural equation model.

To investigate the male nurses' engagement in nursing work and the influencing factors. A cross-sectional study. A cross-sectional survey was conducted in 13 hospitals in China to collect data from 328 male nurses from August to October 2021. A structural equation model design was tested with validated measurement instruments. The work engagement of male nurses in China was at a medium level. There was a high correlation of the male nurses' work engagement with career identity (r = 0.764, p < 0.01), career success (r = 0.735, p < 0.01) and social support (r = 0.477, p < 0.01). The linear multivariate regression analysis showed that career satisfaction (β = 0.393), career identity (β = 0.392) and subjective support (β = 0.116) entered regression equation of male nurses' work engagement (all p < 0.05). The structural equation model results showed that career identity and social support were the influencing factors of the male nurses' work engagement and the model explained variation of 66.4% variables. To know the male nurses' work engagement and influencing factors in China has certain enlightening significance for male nurses themselves and nursing manager. On the one hand, it is necessary to enhance the male nurses' career recognition to nursing work. On the other hand, the society should provide more aid and support to the male nurses. Therefore, the male nurses could devote more into nursing work and promote the nursing development.

Measuring Nurses’ Satisfaction in Primary Health Care Centers at Khartoum, Sudan

Background: The primary healthcare sector has experienced significant growth globally, and the nursing workforce has also expanded in recent decades in response to health system reforms. This study aims to assess job satisfaction among primary healthcare nurses in Khartoum, Sudan. Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in 10 primary healthcare centers on 50 nurses who were selected using simple random sampling. Data were collected using an online questionnaire and it was analyzed using SPSS. Results: The findings of this study indicate that the job satisfaction level among nurses working at primary healthcare centers in Khartoum was high (4.4/5). Most nurses reported high satisfaction with all items including protocols, salary, environment, and relationships. The study also found a significant correlation between nurses’ sex and experience with their level of job satisfaction. Female nurses reported significantly higher job satisfaction (4.4/5) compared to male nurses (3.6/5), (p-value = 0.04). Additionally, nurses with fewer years of experience reported significantly higher job satisfaction compared to those with more years of experience (p-value = 0.03). Conclusion: The study concludes that nurses working at primary healthcare centers in Khartoum have high job satisfaction, particularly regarding the working environment, salary, relationships, and availability of guidelines. Female nurses and those with less experience have significantly higher job satisfaction.

Relationship between nurses’ perception of professional shared governance and their career motivation: A cross-sectional study

ObjectivesThis study aimed to investigate the level of professional shared governance and career motivation and their relationship among nurses in Egypt. MethodsA cross-sectional survey was conducted. A total of 724 nurses working in inpatient medical, surgical, and critical care units in Alexandria Main University Hospital were recruited from May to August 2022. The Index of Professional Nursing Governance (IPNG) version 3.0 and the Career Motivation Scale were used for evaluation. ResultsThe IPNG version 3.0 total score was 109.18 ± 22.76, that nurses perceived had a low level of professional shared governance; the access to information dimension achieved the highest average mean score (2.81 ± 0.76), followed by the ability to set goals and conflict resolution dimension (2.75 ± 0.53). On the other hand, the dimension of participation in the committee structure achieved the lowest average mean score (1.65 ± 0.37). The total score of career motivation was 69.82 ± 9.70 this reflects that nurses perceived a moderate level of career motivation. The career insight dimension achieved the highest average mean score (3.56 ± 0.34), while the career resilience dimension achieved the lowest average mean score (3.07 ± 0.49). Male nurses, less than 30 years old, had a bachelor’s degree in nursing sciences, and worked in the ICU had higher total scores of the IPNG and career motivation (P < 0.001). There was a positive correlation between the IPNG version 3.0 score and the Career Motivation Scale score (r = 0.239, P = 0.003). ConclusionsThe study’s findings can serve as a theoretical foundation for nursing managers to re-plan the management model and develop appropriate methods to give better career planning for nurses.

UNLOCKING THE POWER OF SPIRITUAL INTELLIGENCE: ENHANCING THE PROFESSIONAL QUALITY OF LIFE OF CRITICAL CARE NURSES IN PRIVATE HOSPITALS

Caring for critically ill patients may have a negative impact on nurses’ professional quality of life (ProQOL), including their compassion satisfaction (CS), burnout (BO), and secondary traumatic stress (STS), leading to nurses’ turnover and concerns about the quality of care provided. Spiritual intelligence (SI) has been considered an important quality in most professions in recent years, but there is limited research on its role in contributing to the ProQOL of nurses. Therefore, it is crucial to understand the role of SI and its relationship with professional nurses’ ProQOL. This study aimed to determine the level of SI and ProQOL among critical care nurses in private hospitals. Followed by examining the relationship between SI and demographic data towards the dimension of ProQOL. A multisite study using a cross-sectional design was conducted on 136 nurses working at three private hospitals in Malaysia from March 2021 to March 2022 via an online survey. Data was gathered using the Spiritual Intelligence Self-Report Inventory (SISRI-24) and the Professional Quality of Life Version 5 (ProQOL-5), and descriptive and multivariate analyses were run using SPSS. SI among nurses was found at moderate to high levels of (61.30 ± 12.95), and the majority nurses had a moderate level of CS (72.1%), BO (77.2%), and STS (75.0%). In regression, there was a statistically significant relationship between SI toward CS (β = 0.61, t = 9.79, p &lt; 0.01) and BO (β = -0.31, t = -4.19, p &lt; 0.01), suggesting that CS levels were significantly higher with increasing SI levels, and BO levels significantly reduced with increasing SI levels. Also, female nurses are predicted to have a higher level of BO than male nurses (β = 0.20, t = 2.77, p = 0.01). The study’s results suggested that a holistic strategic approach is needed to improve CS and mitigate the negative component of ProQOL (BO and STS) by utilizing SI. It is hoped that nursing education institutes and hospital organizations can contribute to cultivating SI among nurses with extra consideration given to female nurses.

The Prevalence and Correlation of Suicidal Ideation Among Nurses in King Saud University Medical City.

Objectives The aim of the study is to measure the prevalence of suicidal ideation among nurses at King Saud University Medical City, compare its prevalence between male and female nurses, and identify the potential risk factors. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional study. The questionnaire was distributed to nurses via email. It consisted of demographics, Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale (DASS21), and Suicidal Ideation Scale (SIS). We used the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) statistical software for analysis. Results The total number of participants was 419. The estimated prevalence of suicidal ideation among nurses was 24.58%. The prevalence among female and male nurses was 24.67% and 23.68%, respectively. Moreover, we found that nurses who are non-Muslim, single, and living by themselves are highly correlated with suicidal ideation. Depression, stress, and anxiety are also significantly associated with suicidality, with depression being the most significantly related to suicidal ideation. Conclusion Nurses who experienced depression, anxiety, and stress had an increased likelihood of suicidal ideation. This study demonstrates the need to raise awareness of depression, anxiety, and stress in order to prevent suicidal ideation among nurses. Further research is needed to develop measures of successful monitoring and prevention.

남자간호사의 성 고정관념, 회복탄력성 및 동료지지가 이직의도에 미치는 영향

남자간호사의 성 고정관념, 회복탄력성 및 동료지지가 이직의도에 미치는 영향

Psychological impact of violence on male nurses in forensic units in Gauteng, South Africa.

Male psychiatric nurses are pivotal in providing treatment, care and rehabilitation to state patients admitted to forensic units. The nature of patients admitted in forensic units increase the likelihood violence for male psychiatric nurses. Substantial evidence suggests that a high incidence of violence in such units is linked to lack of security personnel amongst other factors, adding to the strain. Fewer studies adequately explored the psychological impact thereof specifically on male psychiatric nurses. To explore the psychological impact of violence on male nurses working in forensic units in Gauteng, South Africa, and the strategies used to deal with the impact of exposure to violence. The study was conducted at a mental health institution in the west of Tshwane Gauteng, South Africa. An exploratory, qualitative research design was used. In-depth interviews were used to collect data from 11 male psychiatric nurses. Data were analysed using thematic analysis. Two main overarching themes emerged: (1) Traumatic experience and (2) Survival strategies to deal with the experience. The results suggest that exposure to violence has a debilitating psychological effect on male nurses, prompting them to utilise various ways to cope with the experiences. Psychological support and skills development could benefit male psychiatric nurses to manage the impact of violence adequately. Further research is recommended to explore the strategies to support male psychiatric nurses working in forensic units. The study findings may be used to improve the psychological well-being of male psychiatric nurses working in forensic units in South Africa.

THE PERFORMANCE OF MALE NURSES AS CAREGIVERS IN PUBLIC HOSPITALS IN SELANGOR

The study focused on the performance of men working in what has culturally and traditionally been labelled as a woman's profession, which is nursing. There has been little focus on men who have ventured beyond the traditional gender limits and ventured into what has been labelled as feminine roles. Therefore, this study examined male nurses' character as caregivers in public hospitals in Selangor. The research employed the descriptive research design, which is used to gather quantitative data. The sample size was calculated to be 88 male nurses. The respondents were obtained from 6 selected public hospitals in Selangor. The study focuses on the method of motivation needed to enter the nursing field, the importance of rewarding male nurses, and self-evaluation as they work in a sector dominated by a female. Perception of the male nurses about their profession (62%) mentioned that they did not find any advantage when compared with female nurses. Respondents from this study (63.3%) were very confident in their full abilities to perform their duties. As the health care profession is thriving, this sector needs serious attention, mainly for male nurses' development, and action needs to be taken for more males venturing into this nursing profession. Policy from government and nursing colleges needs to be revised for better policy outcomes for the male gender to involve themselves in nursing. Further studies are highly encouraged for psychological aspects of how males deal with the female-dominated sector.

Utilizing the Social Determinants of Health Model to Explore Factors Affecting Nurses' Job Satisfaction in Saudi Arabian Hospitals: A Systematic Review.

The purpose of this systematic review was to explore factors affecting nurses' job satisfaction in Saudi Arabian hospitals by utilizing the social determinants of a health model. We conducted a systematic review using three databases (PubMed, PsychINFO, and CINAHL) following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis. A total of 235 studies were screened. Of these studies, nine met the inclusion criteria. The studies were appraised using the Joanna Briggs Institute checklist tool. The majority of studies reported that salary, years of experience, nationality, and marital status were factors affecting nurses' job satisfaction. Gender and educational level did not impact job satisfaction for male and female nurses. Overall, the review highlighted some knowledge gaps in the assessment of the impact of social determinants of health regarding gender and educational level on nurses' job satisfaction. Further research is needed to address this knowledge gap.

Saudi Population Perceives Communication Barriers in Emergency Departments in Saudi Arabia

Introduction: Effective communication is one of the most essential aspects of nursing care in the emergency room. In Saudi Arabia, the emergency department must exert considerable effort to surmount communication barriers. Due to the fact that the majority of emergency department personnel in different regions of the United Kingdom are immigrants from other countries who speak other languages, there is a communication barrier that must be surmounted in order to overcome the communication risks in ER. Aims: To determine the perceived communication barrier in Saudi emergency departments. Methods: Samples were extracted from each individual's inter-emergency department for a descriptive community-based survey. Between August and November of 2022, 1507 samples were collected from participants over the age of 18 for the study. The data was collected using a standard, closed-ended questionnaire. Results: According to emergency nurses, environmental factors are the primary barrier to effective nurse-patient communication. The following were elements related to knowledge and psychology. As with younger nurses versus elder nurses, male nurses viewed knowledge-related variables as a greater communication barrier. The influence of languages and educational attainment on environmental factors was also substantial. Conclusion: Language, culture, and educational differences between Saudi patients and foreign nurses have created communication barriers between them. We recommend that nurses participate in ongoing training to enhance their communication abilities.

Determination of Surgical Nurses’ Compliance with Isolation Precautions

Introduction: Patients are impacted by healthcare-associated infections. The aim of the study is to determine the compliance status of surgical nurses to isolation precautions. Methods: This research is a descriptive and cross-sectional research. The research was carried out between July and September 2022 in two training and research hospitals, with the participation of 215 surgical nurses. Face-to-face interviews were used to collect the research data using the Nurse Information Form and the scale. Results: The mean score of the Scale of Compliance with Isolation Precautions was determined as 53.38 ± 4.45 over 18–90 points. Upon comparing the total mean scores of surgical nurses on the scale by gender, the compliance of female surgical nurses with isolation precautions was found to be higher compared to male surgical nurses (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The compliance of the surgical nurses participating in the study with isolation precautions was determined to be moderate. The compliance of surgical nurses with isolation precautions should be increased.

Anxiety, depression, and stress among nurses under the stress of flooding and the COVID-19 pandemic.

This study investigated anxiety, depression, and stress and their influencing factors among nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic and after the flood in Henan Province, China. It aimed to provide the theoretical foundation for the management of relevant hospital departments, improvement of nursing quality, implementation of antiepidemic work, and other relevant studies. In December 2019, COVID-19 was reported in Wuhan, China and became a global pandemic. In July 2021, unprecedented flooding occurred in Henan Province, China. Under the dual pressure of COVID-19 and the flood, nurses' mental health problems deteriorated. In August 2021, 1229 nurses from various departments of the First Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University in Xinxiang City, Henan Province,Chinawere invited to participate in a questionnaire survey using a general condition questionnaire and the Chinese version of the Depression-Anxiety-Stress Scale. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the status of nurses' anxiety, depression, and stress. Analysis of variance, t-test, and multiple linear regression models were used to analyze the factors influencing anxiety, depression, and stress among nurses. Of the participants, 36.1%, 10.1%, and 15.5% had moderate to high levels of anxiety, stress, and depression, respectively. Moreover, 42 (3.4%) participants experienced high to severe levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. The scores showed significant differences based on gender, harmonious family relationships, department position, work intensity, sleep quality, physical exercise, participation in leisure activities, health status, involvement in emotion management-related training, and attending self-care-related training (all P<0.05). Gender, work intensity, harmonious family relationships, health condition, sleep quality, and participation in leisure activities influenced stress, anxiety, and depression scores. Department position influenced anxiety and stress scores, and average monthly earnings influenced anxiety scores. All the nurses experienced various levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. Related departments should pay special attention to male nurses and nurses with high work intensity, unharmonious family relationships, poor health, and sleep quality, and who engage in fewer leisure activities. It is recommended that departments allocate human resources and arrange schedules reasonably, encourage nurses to participate in more recreational activities, and implement emotion management and self-care-related training to relieve emotional distress, and ultimately maintain nurses' mental health.

Career optimism and job-related well-being of Australian nurses during COVID-19: A cross-sectional study.

Australia has been confronted with a severe nursing deficit, making it difficult to maintain a strong healthcare workforce capable of meeting the mounting demands of healthcare organizations. This study aimed to understand how personal and organizational resources influence career optimism and job-related affective well-being of Australian nurses during a pandemic using the Conservation of Resource Theory. A cross-sectional online survey was emailed to 123 Australian nurses from January to February 2021. The survey consisted of self-reported measures, including mindfulness, career optimism, job-related affective well-being, personal and job resources measures, and the Dirty Dozen scale. Correlations, independent sample t-test, and a series of hierarchical regressions were conducted on the cross-sectional data with SPSS Version 27. The STROBE checklist was used to report the results. Findings suggested that mindfulness, perceived supervisor support, and job autonomy were significant predictors of job-related well-being, whereas mindfulness, perceived supervisor support, and opportunities for professional growth contributed more to career optimism of nurses during a health crisis. Male nurses in this study reported significantly higher mindfulness, career optimism, and job-related well-being levels than female nurses. Developing mindfulness among nurses, allocating organizational resources to facilitate more supervisor support, and providing job autonomy may enhance career optimism and job-related well-being of nursing staff who work in disruptive and high-demand work environments such as those experienced during the COVID-19 health crisis. Supervisors should also facilitate and encourage nurses to reflect and be mindful of their behaviors with their peers and patients which can help to reduce exploitative or arrogant behaviors in the workplace.

A gender biased hidden curriculum of clinical vignettes in undergraduate medical training.

ObjectivesMedical education relies extensively on clinical vignettes, yet little attention has been given to what hidden curriculum they might convey. Our research aimed to identify whether the clinical vignettes used in pre-graduate medical education transmit gender stereotypes or gender biases. MethodsWe conducted a mixed quantitative and qualitative analysis of gender-related characteristics currently existing in clinical vignettes used for pre-graduate teaching and evaluation at the Geneva Faculty of Medicine. Results2359 vignettes were identified, of which 955 met inclusion criteria. Patients’ professions and family caregiver roles showed a strongly gendered distribution, as did the healthcare professions where male physicians and female nurses were the norm. Qualitative results identified widespread stereotyped gender roles and gender expression. ConclusionOur study reveals that the clinical vignettes used in education and evaluation materials in pre-graduate medical education in Geneva convey a gender-biased hidden curriculum, which could negatively impact patient care and undermine equal opportunity for men and women. Practice implicationsActive revision of the content and the form of clinical vignettes used in undergraduate medical education is needed using a gender lens. Based on rare gender neutral or gender transformative examples from our study, we propose guidelines for writing non-gender-biased vignettes.