In this episode, hosts Leon Byker and Peter Brindley are joined by Dr. Elizabeth Viglianti, an assistant professor at the University of Michigan, Pulmonologist and Critical Care Specialist, to discuss the crucial issue of gender based harassment in medicine.
Gender-Based Harassment refers to any unwelcome behavior, comment, or conduct that demeans, intimidates, or disadvantages someone based on their gender or gender identity. This can include derogatory remarks, exclusion, stereotyping, unequal treatment, or threats, whether or not the behavior is sexual in nature. In the workplace, it undermines professional dignity and contributes to a hostile or inequitable environment.
Dr. Viglianti shares her personal experience that led her to study this field, detailing the prevalence and impact of such harassment. The discussion covers key findings from the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine's framework on addressing sexual and gender based harassment, gender disparities, organizational factors contributing to harassment, and her research on the topic. Practical steps and recommendations for institutions to mitigate harassment are also explored.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:08 Personal Experience with Sexual Harassment
03:06 Understanding Gender Based Harassment in Medicine
05:34 Organizational Factors and Solutions
07:50 Gender Disparities in Academic Medicine
17:42 Impact on Trainees and Reporting Challenges
24:46 Addressing Patient-Perpetrated Harassment
28:59 Practical Strategies and Training
32:26 Conclusion and Call to Action
