Sexual Harassment in Ophthalmology: A Survey Study

Ophthalmology. 2019 Jan;126(1):172-174. doi: 10.1016/j.ophtha.2018.09.016. Epub 2018 Oct 16.

Abstract

This anonymous survey identifies a sexual harassment prevalence of 59% among ophthalmologists responding through the Women in Ophthalmology listserv. The authors urge implementation of sexual harassment policies within our professional societies, accreditation councils and workplaces.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Female
  • Health Facilities
  • Health Surveys
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Ophthalmologists / statistics & numerical data*
  • Prevalence
  • Sexual Harassment / statistics & numerical data*
  • United States / epidemiology
  • Young Adult