Otolaryngology Residents' Perceptions of Pregnancy and Parental Leave During Training.

IF 0.8 4区医学 Q3 OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY

Journal of Laryngology and Otology Pub Date : 2025-07-15 DOI:10.1017/S0022215125102594

Amanda Walsh, Jasmine Gulati, Veranca Shah, Isabel Snee, Sarah Rapoport, Kelly Scriven

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Abstract

Objective: To evaluate the experiences and perspectives of otolaryngology residents regarding current parental leave (PL) practices, incorporating insights from both male and female trainees to assess institutional policies and support mechanisms.

Methods: A 43-item anonymous survey was distributed to 125 ACGME-accredited otolaryngology residency programs, yielding responses from 105 residents (response rate: 29%). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis to evaluate perceptions of PL policies, barriers to leave, and postpartum support.

Results: Most respondents were female (57%) and married (77%), with an average age of 30 years. Only 26% were aware of the American Board of Otolaryngology's 8-week PL policy. Female residents typically took 4-6 weeks of leave, while male residents took none. Concerns about program strain (29%) and lack of lactation support (60%) were significant barriers. Despite this, most respondents felt supported by co-residents and faculty.

Conclusion: Otolaryngology residents reported dissatisfaction with PL policies, inadequate lactation support, and poor awareness of institutional guidelines. Addressing these issues is critical to fostering a supportive environment for residents pursuing parenthood during training.

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耳鼻喉科住院医师在培训期间对怀孕和育儿假的认知。

目的：评估耳鼻喉科住院医生在产假实践方面的经验和观点，并结合男性和女性实习生的见解来评估制度政策和支持机制。方法：对125个acgme认可的耳鼻喉科住院医师项目进行43项匿名调查，获得105名住院医师的回复（回复率为29%）。使用描述性统计和专题分析对数据进行分析，以评估对PL政策、离职障碍和产后支持的看法。结果：大多数受访者为女性（57%），已婚（77%），平均年龄为30岁。只有26%的人知道美国耳鼻喉科委员会的8周PL政策。女性住院医生通常休假4-6周，而男性住院医生则不休假。对程序紧张（29%）和缺乏哺乳支持（60%）的担忧是重大障碍。尽管如此，大多数受访者感到得到了共同住院医师和教职员工的支持。结论：耳鼻喉科住院医师报告了对PL政策的不满，不充分的哺乳支持，以及对机构指南的认识不足。解决这些问题对于在培训期间为住院医生培养一个支持性的环境至关重要。

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Journal of Laryngology and Otology 医学-耳鼻喉科学

CiteScore

3.20

自引率

11.80%

发文量

593

审稿时长

3-6 weeks

期刊介绍： The Journal of Laryngology & Otology (JLO) is a leading, monthly journal containing original scientific articles and clinical records in otology, rhinology, laryngology and related specialties. Founded in 1887, JLO is absorbing reading for ENT specialists and trainees. The journal has an international outlook with contributions from around the world, relevant to all specialists in this area regardless of the country in which they practise. JLO contains main articles (original, review and historical), case reports and short reports as well as radiology, pathology or oncology in focus, a selection of abstracts, book reviews, letters to the editor, general notes and calendar, operative surgery techniques, and occasional supplements. It is fully illustrated and has become a definitive reference source in this fast-moving subject area. Published monthly an annual subscription is excellent value for money. Included in the subscription is access to the JLO interactive web site with searchable abstract database of the journal archive back to 1887.