Generational and Gender Shifts in Medicine
Author Information
Author(s): Emily Jovic, Jean E. Wallace, Jane Lemaire
Primary Institution: University of Calgary
Hypothesis
How do Baby Boomer and Generation X physicians perceive the generation shift in work attitudes and behaviours?
Conclusion
The study reveals that widely held assumptions about significant differences in work attitudes between Baby Boomers and Generation X physicians are not necessarily accurate.
Supporting Evidence
- Baby Boomers perceive Gen Xers as less committed to their careers.
- Both generations report similar attitudes towards patient care.
- Gen Xers emphasize work-life balance more than Boomers.
Takeaway
Doctors from different generations think differently about work-life balance, but they actually work similar hours and care about their patients just as much.
Methodology
The study used semi-structured interviews and questionnaires to gather data from physicians and residents.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in self-reported data from participants.
Limitations
The study is limited to a specific department and may not represent all physicians.
Participant Demographics
Participants included 54 physicians and residents, with 34 Baby Boomers and 18 Generation Xers in interviews, and 87 Baby Boomers and 65 Generation Xers in questionnaires.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.10
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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