In this episode, hosts Leon Byker and Peter Brindley are joined by Dr. Elizabeth Viglianti, an assistant professor at the University of Michigan, Pulmonologist and Critical Care Specialist, to discuss the crucial issue of gender based harassment in medicine.

Gender-Based Harassment refers to any unwelcome behavior, comment, or conduct that demeans, intimidates, or disadvantages someone based on their gender or gender identity. This can include derogatory remarks, exclusion, stereotyping, unequal treatment, or threats, whether or not the behavior is sexual in nature. In the workplace, it undermines professional dignity and contributes to a hostile or inequitable environment.

Dr. Viglianti shares her personal experience that led her to study this field, detailing the prevalence and impact of such harassment. The discussion covers key findings from the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine's framework on addressing sexual and gender based harassment, gender disparities, organizational factors contributing to harassment, and her research on the topic. Practical steps and recommendations for institutions to mitigate harassment are also explored.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:08 Personal Experience with Sexual Harassment

03:06 Understanding Gender Based Harassment in Medicine

05:34 Organizational Factors and Solutions

07:50 Gender Disparities in Academic Medicine

17:42 Impact on Trainees and Reporting Challenges

24:46 Addressing Patient-Perpetrated Harassment

28:59 Practical Strategies and Training

32:26 Conclusion and Call to Action