SCCM Resource Library-How to Succeed When You're the Only Woman in the Room

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Video Summary

In this video, Dr. Sherrie Chandra discusses the challenges and strategies for women who find themselves as the only woman in the room in various fields, particularly in medicine. She highlights the gender disparity in medicine, where although the number of female applicants to medical schools has surpassed that of males, there are still fewer women in leadership positions and faculty roles. Dr. Chandra also examines the representation of women on editorial boards and in societal leadership roles, noting the underrepresentation of women in these areas. She discusses the challenges faced by only women, such as microaggressions and biases, and provides strategies for success, including speaking up, exuding confidence, using assertive language, finding support networks, enhancing knowledge and expertise, and believing in oneself. Dr. Chandra emphasizes the importance of creating diverse teams and organizations to promote gender equality.

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Administration, 2022

Asset Caption

The session was created by SCCM's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Committee. The aim of this session is to discuss challenges faced by practitioners who may feel as if they are the only racial, gender, religious, or ethnic minority practicing in a critical care setting. Speakers will also touch on the role of cross-sectionality in advancing careers.

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Content Type Presentation

Knowledge Area Administration

Knowledge Level Foundational

Knowledge Level Intermediate

Knowledge Level Advanced

Membership Level Select

Tag Workforce

Year 2022

Keywords

women in medicine

gender disparity

leadership positions

microaggressions and biases

strategies for success

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