“Bridging the Gap: Trends in Minority Representation Among Trainees in Plastic Surgery”
Gender parity has been achieved among plastic surgery residents, reflecting successful diversity efforts. However, underrepresentation of Black and Hispanic residents persists despite increased applicant interest. These disparities, mirrored in peer fields, highlight enduring structural barriers.
Authors
- Thais Calderon
- Ryan K. Badiee (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1735-3131)
- Jeffrey B. Friedrich (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5245-9708)
- Olivia M. Bennett
- Daniella M. Cordero
- Duane Wang
- Luis Cardenas Contreras
- Cristina Salinas
- Madyson Brown
Institutions
- Washington State University Spokane (US)
- University of Washington (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
- Published
- 2026-02-25
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/prs.0000000000012973
- Primary Topic
- Diversity and Career in Medicine
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00