SCAI 2026 Women in Innovations-Review of Current Literature of Paucity of Women in Leadership (CHD), Dr. Marshall

Review of Current Literature of Paucity of Women in Leadership (CHD), Dr. Marshall

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The speaker reviews literature on women in interventional cardiology, arguing that the main barriers are both pipeline and progression. Women are well represented in medical school and pediatrics, but drop off sharply in cardiology, interventional cardiology, and leadership roles. She shares data from pediatric cardiology showing stronger female representation and describes grassroots efforts to track women leaders and build a connected informal network called “Lead Skirts.” Her key advice: make the field smaller through personal connections, seek opportunities in societies like SCAI, and ensure leadership access through visibility, mentorship, and active participation.

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women in cardiology

interventional cardiology

leadership barriers

mentorship networks

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