One-third of female physician–scientists report sexual harassment

Nearly one-third of high-achieving female physician–scientists reported experiencing sexual harassment during their careers, according to survey results published online today in JAMA. Although the percentage has declined considerably over the past 20 years, the findings suggest additional efforts are needed to eliminate both unconscious bias and more overtly inappropriate behaviors in the workplace, Reshma Jagsi, MD, DPhil, associate professor and deputy chair of radiation oncology at University of Michigan Medical School, and colleagues concluded.

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