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Women Physicians Congress (WPC)

Apply for a seat on the AMA-WPC Governing Council

The AMA Women Physicians Congress (WPC)is looking to fill several positions on its governing council. This spring, the AMA-WPC membership will elect two at-large members to serve two-year terms beginning in June. Nomination forms for these positions are due March 9. Representatives from the AMA Medical Student Section, Resident and Fellow Section and Young Physicians Section will also be elected. Read more about the governing council election.

Discussion on pay disparities highlight of AMA-WPC meeting

Discussion on pay disparities highlight of AMA-WPC meeting

The AMA Women Physicians Congress (WPC) co-hosted an informative educational session with the AMA International Medical Graduates Section on Nov. 12 titled "Strategies to Eliminate Physician Pay Disparities". Susan E. Gerber, MD (above), assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University, discussed physician pay disparities and strategies for eliminating them. Dr. Gerber is one of the authors of the Health Affairs article, "The $16,819 pay gap for newly trained physicians: The unexplained trend of men earning more than women."

The AMA-WPC also hosted its caucus and reception on Nov. 12. During the session, the AMA-WPC honored physician mentors through its annual physician recognition program. Learn more about the program and view a list of mentors recognized.

Apply for the Joan F. Giambalvo Memorial Scholarship

Submit a research proposal for the Joan F. Giambalvo Memorial Scholarship, an effort by the AMA Women Physicians Congress and the AMA Foundation to advance the progress of women in the medical profession and to strengthen the AMA's ability to identify and address the needs and interests of women physicians and medical students. Research proposals should focus on professional work or practice issues that affect women physicians.

While women represent an increasing percentage of matriculating medical students and practicing physicians, there is a lack of empirical studies or reliable data about the effect this trend is having on medicine and women physicians themselves. Research supported by the Joan F. Giambalvo Memorial Scholarship Fund is essential to evaluating issues regarding women in the medical work force and in facilitating understanding of future practice needs.

Applications are due Feb. 20; download one today.

Confidential assistance with gender discrimination

Oftentimes, when a physician or medical student feels they may be experiencing disparate treatment, it is not obvious where to seek help. The first place you should consider turning to is your AMA. As an AMA member, you can discuss your concerns directly with an attorney in the AMA Office of General Counsel. While the AMA Office of General Counsel cannot provide legal advice, the attorney will equip you with suggestions to help you to address your concerns. E-mail wpc@ama-assn.org to take advantage of this member benefit.

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