The path to parenthood varies significantly by sex for cardiothoracic surgeons, with women more likely to be deterred from the profession by perceived challenges. Policies that promote work-family integration, support maternal-fetal health, and provide support following fetal loss are needed.
Keyphrases
- public health
- quality improvement
- pregnancy outcomes
- mental health
- minimally invasive
- thoracic surgery
- healthcare
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- coronary artery bypass
- depressive symptoms
- social support
- physical activity
- birth weight
- health information
- type diabetes
- pregnant women
- metabolic syndrome
- health promotion
- risk assessment
- human health
- percutaneous coronary intervention
- acute coronary syndrome
- atrial fibrillation
- preterm birth
- weight loss