To analyze gender-based differences in leadership and wages within dermatology, utilizing Claudia Goldin's economic framework.
Approach:
Data Source: Utilized the AAMC Faculty Salary Report 2022 to compare proportions of women and men in dermatology across academic ranks, leadership positions, and salary.
Statistical Analysis: Employed χ2 analysis to assess statistical significance (P<.05) of gender representation and salary differences.
Key Findings:
Women represented 36.95% of full professors (75 out of 203), 61.54% of associate professors (152 out of 247), and 63.47% of assistant professors (311 out of 490).
Mean income difference among division chiefs was US $281,674.29, with female dermatologists earning less than their male counterparts.
The pay gap persisted and widened compared to previous AAMC surveys from 2013-2018.
Interpretation:
Despite increased female representation in dermatology, women earn less than men at all academic levels, reflecting broader pay inequality.
Limitations:
The study's moment-in-time design limits the ability to track salary trends over time.
The AAMC dataset lacked information on respondents' ages and years of experience in leadership positions.
Conclusion:
Promoting wage equity requires action at national, institutional, and personal levels, including enhancing mentorship and addressing systemic biases.
