Importance The proportion of women in the field of ophthalmology in the US trails the
proportion of women in the general population. Sex diversity trends have been studied in …

Importance Physician-patient concordance in sex and race is associated with improved
patient outcomes. Studies have explored diversity among ophthalmology residents and …

Purpose Women are underrepresented in several medical specialties, including
ophthalmology. Reducing disparities is critical in diversifying perspectives and increasing …

PURPOSE The proportions of individuals who are underrepresented in medicine (URiM) in
ophthalmology lag behind their proportions within the US population. Diversity trends have …

Importance Increasing the level of diversity among ophthalmologists may help reduce
disparities in eye care. Objective To assess the current and future status of diversity among …

Objective The purpose of this study was to evaluate the status of women in academic
ophthalmology in the United States and compare this to academic clinical departments in …

PURPOSE To describe the gender trends in ophthalmology primary practice areas using the
American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO) diplomates. DESIGN A trend study plus a cross …

Purpose The current demographics of the ophthalmology workforce do not reflect the
diverse United States population, which has implications for addressing health disparities …

Purpose In recent decades, women have achieved greater representation in ophthalmology.
Globally, women now constitute approximately 25%-30% of ophthalmologists and 35%-45 …

Purpose: To determine if there is any association in ophthalmology between the gender of
the chairperson and residency program director and the gender of faculty and residents …