Championed by the American Medical Association, the Women in Medicine Month showcases the accomplishments of women physicians. It promotes advocacy related to women physicians and health issues impacting women patients. This year's theme is Women in Medicine: Advancing Equity, Creating Change.
How can you get involved?
1. If you are a woman in the medical field, participate!
- Post a photo of yourself at work or in the classroom using the hashtag #WIMMonth. You can participate all month on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram to see inspiring stories about women in medicine. #WIMMonth.
- The AMA has produced a social media kit with images and sample posts suitable for personal use on all social media outlets.
2. It's an opportunity for everyone to learn.
- Read quotes and articles of interest, sponsored by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).
- Ten Facts About Female Physicians
- Ten Women Medical Pioneers
- Video Interview with Transcript: Challenges women physicians face during the pandemic
3. Finally, you can advocate.
- Join the #NeedHerScience Campaign, which is aimed at addressing journal-level gender bias. Examine the editorial review board of journals, especially those you may wish to publish in, to determine whether the journal has equitably included women. The #NeedHerScience campaign has produced a useful infographic with tips for getting published in the medical field.
- Mentor: Look for and be a mentor.