Date of Completion
2024
Document Type
Honors College Thesis
Department
Biology
Thesis Type
Honors College, College of Arts and Science Honors
First Advisor
Dr. Marjorie Meyer
Second Advisor
Dr. Lori Stevens
Keywords
Reproductive Healthcare, Pain Management, Sex assigned at birth, Survey, Preparation, Intrauterine Device
Abstract
This study’s purpose was to investigate the experiences of female and male individuals receiving reproductive healthcare and what potential differences may exist between these experiences. This is important because many patients undergo reproductive healthcare exams and/or procedures (E/P), and it is beneficial for all patients if existing differences in their experiences are better understood by providers. This research included reviewing existing studies on this topic and anonymously surveying reproductive-aged individuals at The University of Vermont about their experiences receiving reproductive healthcare, focusing on pain and frequency. Largely in agreement with existing literature, this research supports the conclusion that female individuals have more frequent reproductive healthcare office visits and their pain during these visits is less adequately managed than that of male individuals.
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Recommended Citation
Gregory, Morgan R., "Survey of Medical Office Experiences By Biological Sex" (2024). UVM Patrick Leahy Honors College Senior Theses. 730.
https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/hcoltheses/730
