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ArticleHealthcare (Basel, Switzerland)2024

Public Preferences for Surgeon Gender in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Analysis.

Nasser A Hakami, Hafiz I Al-Musawa, Ali I Alharbi, Nawaf A Marwahi, Abdulaziz S Almutlaq, Rayan A Alghamdi, Sadeem M Alshammari, Abdulaziz A Almalki, Mohammed E Mojiri, Naif K Mahzara and 2 more

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Nasser A HakamiGeneral Surgery, Surgical Department, College of Medicine, Jazan University, Jazan 45142, Saudi Arabia.
Hafiz I Al-MusawaFaculty of Medicine, Jazan University, Jazan 45141, Saudi Arabia.ORCID 0000-0002-3007-3548
Ali I AlharbiFaculty of Medicine, Jazan University, Jazan 45141, Saudi Arabia.
Nawaf A MarwahiFaculty of Medicine, Jazan University, Jazan 45141, Saudi Arabia.
Abdulaziz S AlmutlaqCollege of Medicine, King Faisal University, Alhasa 31982, Saudi Arabia.
Rayan A AlghamdiCollege of Medicine, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh 11623, Saudi Arabia.ORCID 0009-0007-8993-0464
Sadeem M AlshammariCollege of Medicine, University of Hail, Hail 55476, Saudi Arabia.
Abdulaziz A AlmalkiCollege of Medicine, Ibn Sina National College, Jeddah 22421, Saudi Arabia.
Mohammed E MojiriFaculty of Medicine, Jazan University, Jazan 45141, Saudi Arabia.
Naif K MahzaraFaculty of Medicine, Jazan University, Jazan 45141, Saudi Arabia.
Amro A HakamiSurgery Department, King Saud University Medical City, Riyadh 12372, Saudi Arabia.
Abdulrhman A NemriSecurity Forced Hospital, Riyadh 11481, Saudi Arabia.

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Abstract

backgroundGender equity in healthcare ensures equal access to services and resources for all individuals, regardless of gender. Studies show that patients' gender influences their healthcare experiences and decisions, and societal gender preferences impact surgeon selection. Therefore, the objective of this study was to address the surgeons' gender preferences among Saudi Arabia's population.

methodsThis study used a cross-sectional research design and survey methodology to gather data from a representative sample of adults aged 18 and older from the general population in Saudi Arabia. This study used SPSS version 26 for statistical data entry and analysis, employing descriptive and inferential statistics, frequency distributions, descriptive statistics, and multivariate analysis using multiple logistic regression for variables significantly associated with population gender in univariate analysis.

resultsThis study involved 2085 participants, with 51.2% aged 18-25, 18.4% aged 26-35, 16.7% aged 36-45, and 13.8% aged 45 and above. The majority were Saudi Arabian, with a majority holding a university degree. The majority worked in the healthcare sector, while the remaining 29.7% were unemployed. This study found that there were significant gender preferences among survey respondents for different types of surgical procedures. Male participants preferred male surgeons for routine non-emergency visits and sensitive obstetric, genital, sexual, and minor procedures (

conclusionThis study underscores the significance of cognizance and the incorporation of a patient's gender preferences when selecting surgical procedures, thus fostering an environment that is more accommodating and focused on the patient.

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genders of surgeonspreferencesSaudi Arabiasocietal

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