“Bridging the Gap: Trends in Minority Representation Among Trainees in Plastic Surgery”

Key Points

• The aim is to examine trends in minority representation among plastic surgery trainees and understand existing disparities.
• Analysis of gender parity in plastic surgery residency programs
• Comparison of minority representation with other medical fields
• Evaluation of applicant interest in plastic surgery training
• Gender parity achieved among plastic surgery residents
• Persistent underrepresentation of Black and Hispanic residents
• Structural barriers continue to affect minority trainees despite increased applicant interest