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Women in Surgery

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The Women in Surgery initiative is a newly created group at 91ÉçÇø whose purpose is to create an open and safe space where women surgeons can share comradery, mentorship, and experience, while exploring opportunities and challenges in a supportive environment.

This initiative will have two chapters, one for faculty and one for surgical residents PGY1-5, and will aim to provide opportunities for:

  • Professional Development
  • Invited Speakers
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  • Mentorship
  • Sponsorship
  • Community Outreach
  • Partnerships

The Women in Surgery initiative is an institutional member of the Association of Women Surgeons. This allows all of our residents to become members at no cost. We encourage everyone to join! To learn more about what the AWS has to offer, please visit their website:

Upcoming Events

  • Residents’ Soirée - TBA

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Contact

womeninsurgery [at] mcgill.ca


MISSION

To create a community where surgeons can share comradery, mentorship, and experience, while exploring challenges and creating opportunities for women surgeons.

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OBJECTIVES

We are dedicated to enhancing the interaction and exchange of information between women surgeons.
Together we will address:

  • issues affecting us as women surgeons
  • building your future in 91ÉçÇø Surgery and at-large
  • improving the lives of working surgeons
  • preparing women surgeons to be leaders


VALUES

Integrity
Act with the highest standards of ethical and moral behavior by demonstrating honesty, fairness and respect in our personal and professional relationships and responsibilities

Mutual Support
Provide a collegial space to foster mentoring and the development of professional and personal networks

Authenticity
Provide a safe space where members are encouraged to be true to one's own personality, spirit, or character, and show mutual respect for individuality

Trust
Provide open, transparent access to information, and confidence in the capability of those with whom we lead, serve and partner

Diversity
Provide a membership that represents and is inclusive to all surgeons

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