Gender discrimination in healthcare access: between stereotypes and inequalities in medical care

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Mounia El Kotni

Mounia El Kotni is an anthropologist specializing in women's health. She is also the co-author of the podcast and book “Im/patiente”, a feminist exploration of breast cancer.

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Contrary to the ideal of a universal and equitable healthcare system, access to care reveals deep-seated inequalities. Women and men, as well as women among themselves, do not receive the same level of medical attention. For instance, recent studies highlight more frequent diagnostic delays for women, particularly in cases of heart attacks.

These disparities stem from sexist and racist stereotypes that shape interactions between patients and healthcare providers. Women, especially racialized women, are often perceived as "exaggerating" their symptoms, leading to longer waiting times in emergency rooms and delayed diagnoses.

This conference will analyze gender inequalities across various medical specialties, such as obstetrics, general medicine, and oncology, to better understand the underlying mechanisms and explore pathways toward fairer healthcare practices.