Diversity articles


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2024 International Orthopaedic Diversity Alliance activities

IODA has had a remarkable year, characterised by significant strides in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the global orthopaedic community.

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Diversity in healthcare


Why we're still talking about it.

Catherine McDougall

Through the Looking Glass: A Glimpse into a Career in Orthopaedic Surgery

Catherine McDougall on the OWL workshop that encouraged 48 female medical students, junior doctors and unaccredited registrars to seek a career in orthopaedic surgery. 


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The surprising history of women in surgery – part 1

OWL Committee Chairs shares the surprising history of women in surgery, and sheds light on the role of women in medicine and surgery during ancient days. 


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The surprising history of women in surgery – part 2

OWL Committee Chair Jennifer Green completes a two-part series and covers the journey of women in surgery through the Middle Ages, the Victorian era and the twentieth century.