Female radiation oncologists earn less than male peers
The US study shows the effect is further compounded over a whole career affecting benefits and retirement
29th March 2019
Female radiation oncologists collect less in US Medicare reimbursement dollars than their male counterparts, even when they see similar numbers of patients, according to a new study.
Depending on the setting, female radiation oncologists collected an average of US$27,000-$143,000 (Australian $38,114-$201,865) less than their male counterparts in 2016, the authors report in JAMA Network Open.
"Armed with the knowledge that disparity exists, we are better positioned to understand . . . and work toward