The Medical Field’s $2 Million Pay Gap

A large study published in Health Affairs reveals a significant gender pay gap in the medical field, with female doctors earning less than their male counterparts over a 40-year career, amounting to a $2,000,000 difference. The study, which analyzed data from over 80,000 physicians between 2014 and 2019, is the largest of its kind and highlights the cumulative impact of pay disparities. Lead author Dr. Christopher Whaley suggests the gap may have widened due to the pandemic, which has forced many women out of the workforce to manage household responsibilities.

Who is the lead author of the study published in the Medical journal Health Affairs?

What impact has the pandemic had on women in the medical field according to the study?