Journal article
LGBTQ plus in Orthopaedics: Creating an Open and Inclusive Environment
Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Vol.30(13), pp.599-606
07/01/2022
DOI: 10.5435/JAAOS-D-20-01268
PMID: 35609262
Abstract
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer or questioning (LGBTQ+) individuals may encounter added challenges in the healthcare setting. Both providers and patients may face discrimination based on their sexual orientation or gender identity, which may lead to avoidance or delay in seeking care. LGBTQ+ physicians often choose not to disclose their sexual orientation because of concerns about harassment, isolation, and depression. Orthopaedic surgery remains the least diverse medical specialty and there is inconsistent training about the needs and cultural issues that affect sexual and gender minority individuals. Furthermore, orthopaedic research specific to LGBTQ+ patients and physicians is exceedingly limited. By encouraging mentorship and improving awareness of the challenges that this community faces, the field of orthopaedic surgery can work to foster an open and inclusive environment that is conducive to the experience of all patients, trainees, and healthcare personnel.
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- LGBTQ plus in Orthopaedics: Creating an Open and Inclusive Environment
- Creators
- Alice Chu - Nationwide Children's HospitalJames S. Lin - Nationwide Children's HospitalNancy J. Moontasri - Nationwide Children's HospitalQusai Hammouri - Nationwide Children's HospitalJulie Balch Samora - Nationwide Children's Hospital
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publication Details
- Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Vol.30(13), pp.599-606
- DOI
- 10.5435/JAAOS-D-20-01268
- PMID
- 35609262
- ISSN
- 1067-151X
- eISSN
- 1940-5480
- Publisher
- Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
- Number of pages
- 8
- Language
- English
- Date published
- 07/01/2022
- Academic Unit
- Orthopedics and Rehabilitation
- Record Identifier
- 9985237499902771
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