Reframing the gender equity discussion in anaesthesiology: adopting best practices to promote physician retention and belonging.

This article discusses the need for gender equity in the field of anaesthesiology and highlights two studies published in Anaesthesia that explore the factors contributing to gender disparity in the workplace and career advancement. The article emphasizes the importance of addressing gender biases and promoting strategies to retain physicians, particularly women, in order to combat the global crisis of physician attrition. It also discusses the impact of workplace environment on mental health, including the higher rates of burnout and suicide among women anaesthetists. The article calls for creating supportive work environments that promote belongingness and confidence for all physicians, and recognizes the benefits of gender equity for men as well. [Extracted from the article]