DEIBXXEM2423 - CME/CMLE - An Assessment of Gender Equity and Parity Among “Nontraditional” Pathology Awards-An Assessment of Gender Equity and Parity Among “Nontraditional” Pathology Awards

An Assessment of Gender Equity and Parity Among “Nontraditional” Pathology Awards

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The study "An Assessment of Gender Equity and Parity Among 'Nontraditional' Pathology Awards" evaluates the gender composition of recipients of two nontraditional pathology recognition awards: the ASCP Top Five 40 Under Forty and The Pathologist Power List. Focusing on perceived gender, the study analyzes the gender parity (50:50 balance) and gender equity (proportional representation) of award recipients from 2014 to 2022.<br /><br />Results indicate that significantly more men (57.1%) than women (42.9%) received these awards overall, showing a lack of gender parity. However, when analyzed based on specific subgroups—such as US-based nontrainee pathology physicians and US-based pathology physicians in training—the awards were found to be generally equitable, with the gender distribution matching the gender composition of these professional groups. In contrast, US-based nonphysician laboratory professionals showed significant gender inequity, with more men receiving awards than expected based on workforce demographics.<br /><br />The study also touches on the broader implications of these findings, such as the impact of recognition on career advancement and the importance of transparent nomination and selection processes to ensure equitable recognition. Additionally, it highlights the need for reliable demographic benchmarks to accurately assess equity and the importance of considering multiple forms of demographic diversity beyond gender.<br /><br />In conclusion, while nontraditional pathology awards show overall gender inequity, they are generally equitable within specific professional subgroups, except for nonphysician laboratory professionals. The findings underscore the necessity for ongoing efforts to address remaining disparities and ensure equitable recognition practices in the field of pathology.

Keywords

gender equity

gender parity

pathology awards

ASCP Top Five 40 Under Forty

The Pathologist Power List

recognition

career advancement

demographic benchmarks

nonphysician laboratory professionals

equitable recognition