First-generation physicians: The pursuit of academic surgery

In order to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients, the healthcare workforce must be diverse, empathetic, and representative of the nation's population. Diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts are thus tasked with amplifying and creating space for the perspective of physicians from historically underrepresented backgrounds, including first-generation (FG) students. The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) defines FG medical students as applicants whose parents have not earned an associate or higher degree in the United States.
Source: American Journal of Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: My Thoughts / My Surgical Practice Source Type: research