Gender Bias in Healthcare Workforce Recruitment: Current Status and the Case for National Reform

@article{1707041,
      author = {Oluwatayo J. Oluwatayo},
      title = {Gender Bias in Healthcare Workforce Recruitment: Current Status and the Case for National Reform},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2025},
      volume = {8},
      number = {7},
      pages = {695-705},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1707041.pdf},
      abstract = {Gender bias in healthcare recruitment remains a significant challenge, hindering the advancement of a diverse and equitable workforce. This article critically examines the prevalence of gender disparities in hiring, promotion, and leadership representation within the healthcare sector. Drawing upon recent studies and data, the analysis highlights how structural, cultural, and systemic factors perpetuate these disparities, ultimately impacting workforce productivity, patient outcomes, and organizational performance. Case studies reveal both the detrimental effects of unchecked bias and the successes of targeted interventions. The article advocates for a comprehensive national reform strategy encompassing transparent hiring practices, mandatory bias training, and standardized diversity metrics. This proposed initiative aims to foster inclusivity, enhance healthcare delivery, and contribute to long-term economic and social benefits. Immediate and collaborative action between the public and private sectors is essential to drive sustainable progress in building a more equitable healthcare workforce.},
      keywords = {Gender Bias, Healthcare Recruitment, Workforce Diversity, National Reform, Inclusive Hiring Practices, Healthcare Leadership, Bias Training, Workforce Equity.},
      month = {January},
  }