Mindy D Szeto, Torunn E Sivesind, Lori S Kim, Katie A O'Connell, Kathryn A Sprague, Yvonne Nong, Daniel M Strock, Annie L Cao, Jieying Wu, Lauren M Toledo, Sophia M Wolfe, Wyatt Boothby-Shoemaker, Robert P Dellavalle
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Abstract
This study underscores the persistent underrepresentation of women in academic dermatology leadership positions by examining the gender composition of editorial boards across top dermatology journals, emphasizing the urgent need for proactive strategies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.