@article{ajmsm20251321,
author={{MPH, Anjali Malhotra and MS, Laura Palma and DO, Janae Rasmussen and BS, Elena Myalo and BS, Vivian Liang and MS, Melody Wang and MD, Thelma Jimenez Mosquea and MMS, Julia Hanna},
title={Navigating the Intersection of Identity and Mental Health: A Literature Review of Non-White Women in Orthopedic Surgery},
journal={American Journal of Medical Sciences and Medicine},
volume={13},
number={2},
pages={15--22},
year={2025},
url={https://pubs.sciepub.com/ajmsm/13/2/1},
issn={2327-6657},
abstract={Non-white women in orthopedic surgery face various challenges at the intersection of identity and mental health. Underrepresentation and systemic barriers can lead to increased rates of stress, lower sense of belonging, and lower confidence in an individual¡¯s perception of success in orthopedics. This literature review explores the impact of these factors on mental health, professional advancement, and patient care. Our analysis of the current literature identifies unique challenges that non-white women orthopedic surgeons face and highlights the further need for systematic changes. Addressing issues that negatively impact diversity, equity, and inclusion within orthopedics, particularly for non-white women, is critical for addressing interventions and policy reform measures, to ultimately improve the well-being of both orthopedic surgeons and their patients.},
doi={10.12691/ajmsm-13-2-1}
publisher={Science and Education Publishing}
}