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At Lecturio, we want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the incredible women who shape the future of medicine and medical education. Your dedication, expertise, and compassion inspire both students and colleagues, and your contributions are invaluable to the continued growth and innovation of the healthcare field. We are grateful for the hard work you put into advancing medical knowledge, fostering inclusive learning environments, and paving the way for the next generation of healthcare professionals. Your impact is felt every day, and we are proud to support and stand alongside you in this important work.
Women in Medical Education: Leading Progress Amid Challenges
According to recent data collected by AAMC, the presence of women has grown as learners, teachers, and leaders, but disparity remains among the highest ranks.
In the 2023-24 academic year, women accounted for:
- 45% of full-time faculty
- 29% of full-time professors
Women made up the majority (52%) of faculty with PhDs in clinical science. However, they remained underrepresented among faculty with MDs and MD-PhDs in both clinical and basic sciences.
In addition, more women are now in leadership positions in medical schools compared to values from past years. Here’s an overview of the data presented by AAMC in 2023:
Division and section chiefs
2013 — 24%
2023 — 34%
Center and institute directors
2018 — 30%
2023 — 32%
Department chairs
2013 — 15%
2023 — 25%
Deans
2013 — 16%
2023 — 27%
Source: Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), The State of Women in Academic Medicine: Progressing Toward Equity, 2023-2024
Challenges and barriers persist as women continue striving for equity in the workplace. Explore these resources to learn more about their journey and ongoing efforts.
- Women in medicine make gains, but obstacles remain – AAMC News
- Gender Equity in Medical Education – Flourishing or Floundering? – The Macy Foundation
How is Lecturio promoting the role of women in medical education?
Lecturio actively promotes the role of women in medical education through various initiatives, including:
1. Inclusive and Representative Content – Lecturio ensures that its medical education materials highlight the contributions of women in medicine. Courses feature female educators, clinicians, and experts, reinforcing their presence and expertise in the field.
Lecturio collaborates with leading female medical professionals and educators, providing them with a platform to share their expertise and insights through online seminars that are attended by a global audience of healthcare educators. Check out our events page for more information!
2. Educational Resources on Gender Equity – The platform offers content addressing gender disparities in healthcare, emphasizing the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in medical education and practice.
3. Content focused on women’s health – Lecturio’s content highlights topics important to women’s health, including courses on menopause, colorectal cancer in women, osteoporosis, breast cancer, and more.
Example Lecturio Courses from Lynae Brayboy, MD
Lecturio Exam Readiness Dashboard
This semester, try Lecturio’s latest tool for gauging student readiness: the Exam Readiness Dashboard. This innovative tool provides an efficient way to measure your students’ current level of readiness for licensure exams.
Use the Exam Readiness Dashboard to gain detailed insights into students’ strengths and the areas needing improvement, allowing you to tailor your teaching strategies effectively and design remediation programs to minimize detected gaps. This tool not only helps in identifying gaps in knowledge, but also supports your institution’s efforts in guiding students toward success in their licensure exams.
Compatible Qbanks:
- Pre-Clinical / USMLE® Step 1 Qbank
- Pre-Clinical / COMLEX Level 1 Qbank
- Pre-Medical / MCAT Qbank
- Clinical / USMLE® Step 2 Qbank
- Clinical / COMLEX Level 2 Qbank
- RN Practice Questions / NCLEX® Qbank
To explore more of our educator-centered resources to enrich your teaching portfolio with effective evidence-based strategies, visit our educator resource hub and bring your students’ engagement and long-term mastery to the next level.
