Need for Awareness and Training in Women's Gastrointestinal Health: A Call to Action

J Womens Health (Larchmt). 2022 Jan;31(1):125-129. doi: 10.1089/jwh.2020.8826. Epub 2021 Apr 21.

Abstract

Women's gastrointestinal (GI) health is a topic that is not well understood nor taught in most training programs. In this article, we highlight the importance of proper training in women's GI health among gastroenterologists and fellows, and identify some common conditions to provide the best possible treatment for their female patients.

Keywords: fellowship training; pregnancy; women's health.

MeSH terms

  • Curriculum
  • Education, Medical, Graduate
  • Female
  • Gastroenterology* / education
  • Humans
  • Internship and Residency*
  • Women's Health