AOA - OMED Research Posters 2024-OMED24-POSTERS

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Reem Dabool, a PGY2 Orthopedic Surgery Resident, presents her study on the challenges Muslim women wearing hijabs face with standard OR clothing protocols. The study assesses the impact on their comfort and professional aspirations, particularly in surgical fields. A survey showed that 74% felt discouraged from surgical careers due to OR clothing requirements, with 59% facing hijab-related issues. Most respondents felt anxious about wearing a hijab in the OR. The study explored alternatives like hospital-provided disposable hijabs to improve experiences and encourage career pursuit in surgery.

Keywords

Muslim women

hijab

OR clothing

surgical careers

disposable hijabs