Ep. 192 Closing the Gender Gap in Urology with Dr. Yahir Santiago-Lastra

Inequality persists in pay and career advancement between male and female urologists. In this episode of the BackTable Urology Podcast, Dr. Suzette Sutherland hosts Dr. Yahir Santiago-Lastra from the University of California San Diego. They discuss the gender wage gap in medicine, particularly amongst urologists. --- This podcast is supported by: Photocure https://www.photocure.com/ --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Santiago, a Latina from Puerto Rico and a first-generation physician, highlights the latest data on pay, research funding, and professional advancement for women physicians. They debunk common myths, discuss the importance of transparency, and emphasize the need for inclusive work environments. The conversation also covers the economic phenomena underlying current discrepancies and the benefits of fostering diversity. This episode offers valuable insights for leaders on retaining and nurturing talent within their organizations. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 06:28 - Impact of Menopause and Women’s Health 10:33 - Gender Gaps in Urology 31:52 - The Meritocracy Myth 35:56 - The Abrasiveness Trap and Gender Schema 40:04 - Navigating Work Personalities 47:54 - Leadership and Inclusivity in Organizations 51:30 - Tokenism vs. True Inclusion 56:58 - The Benefits of a Diverse Workforce --- RESOURCES Photocure https://www.photocure.com/