Academic and Demographic Characteristics of Orthopaedic Journal Editors-in-Chief.

Key Points

• To examine the academic and demographic profiles of Editors-in-Chief in orthopaedic journals and address diversity issues.
• Analysis of academic achievements of Editors-in-Chief (EICs) in key journals.
• Assessment of demographic characteristics related to diversity in leadership roles.
• Comparison of EIC profiles across various orthopaedic journals.
• EICs show significant academic accomplishments in their fields.
• A notable lack of racial and gender diversity among EICs was identified.
• Recommendations for promoting diversity in leadership positions within orthopaedic surgery were discussed.

Abstract