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Date of Award

Spring 2022

Degree Name

Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)

Department

Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences

First Advisor

Lisa Akselrad, PA-C

Abstract

Gender disparity in salary, bonuses, allocated CME funds, leadership positions, and promotions has been found to be prevalent in all medical professions, apart from pharmacy. This article explores gender discrepancy in the PA profession. More specifically, this project sought to unearth the manifestations and influencing factors of gender disparity in the profession as well as proposed interventions to close the gap.

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An Examination of Gender Disparity in the Physician Assistant Profession

Gender disparity in salary, bonuses, allocated CME funds, leadership positions, and promotions has been found to be prevalent in all medical professions, apart from pharmacy. This article explores gender discrepancy in the PA profession. More specifically, this project sought to unearth the manifestations and influencing factors of gender disparity in the profession as well as proposed interventions to close the gap.