Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8834685 | Journal of Surgical Education | 2018 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Applying textual analysis to a national cohort, we identified common narrative topics in the personal statements of aspiring general surgeons, noting differences between the statements of men and women. Women were more likely to discuss surgery as a team endeavor while men were more likely to focus on the details of their surgical experiences. Our work mirrors what has been found in social psychology research on gender-based differences in how men and women communicate their career goals and aspirations in other competitive professional situations.
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Authors
Laura MD, Cheryl PhD, Jessica Walling BA, Douglas S. MD, Nora Y. MD,