Female Surgeons Breaking Through One Misperception at a Time

It’s almost 2025 and women still only make up about 7% of orthopedic surgeons across the U.S., according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). Why is this?

Women who are thriving in the field say that it has a lot to do with misperceptions and a lack of commitment to diversity on staff. When done right though, a diverse medical staff improves patient care.