Survey of Medical Office Experiences by Biological Sex
Conference Year
2024
Abstract
This study’s purpose was to investigate experiences of females and males receiving reproductive healthcare. This is important because many patients undergo reproductive healthcare exams and procedures, and it is beneficial for patients if existing differences in experiences are better understood by providers. This research included reviewing the existing studies surrounding this topic and surveying reproductive-aged individuals on their experiences receiving reproductive healthcare; focusing on pain and frequency. Largely in agreement with existing literature, this study supports the conclusion that females have more frequent and more painful reproductive healthcare office visits than males.
Primary Faculty Mentor Name
Marjorie Meyer
Status
Undergraduate
Student College
College of Arts and Sciences
Second Student College
Patrick Leahy Honors College
Program/Major
Biological Science
Primary Research Category
Social Science
Survey of Medical Office Experiences by Biological Sex
This study’s purpose was to investigate experiences of females and males receiving reproductive healthcare. This is important because many patients undergo reproductive healthcare exams and procedures, and it is beneficial for patients if existing differences in experiences are better understood by providers. This research included reviewing the existing studies surrounding this topic and surveying reproductive-aged individuals on their experiences receiving reproductive healthcare; focusing on pain and frequency. Largely in agreement with existing literature, this study supports the conclusion that females have more frequent and more painful reproductive healthcare office visits than males.