A new Medscape report reveals that more than 1 in 10 female physicians and 16% of female residents have experienced sexual harassment within the past three years. The most common types of harassment reported included sexual comments, unwanted physical contact, and explicit propositions.
The 2018 Medscape Physician Compensation Report shows modest increases in physician pay, with psychiatrists experiencing a 16% jump, while the gender pay gap remains unchanged. Specialty salaries vary widely, with plastic surgeons ranking highest at $501,000.
A recent Medscape report found that nearly two-thirds of US physicians experience burnout or depression, with higher rates reported by women and mid-career physicians. The majority of physicians cited their work as the cause of their feelings of depression, which can impact patient care and relationships.