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E47: Flexibility Stigma and the Double Bind of Family Formation in Medical and Surgical Residency
Episode 47
Thursday, 27 August, 2026
In this episode, Thomas K Varghese, Jr, MD, FACS, is joined by Erika Rangel, MD, FACS, from Brigham and Women’s Hospital. They discuss Dr Rangel’s recent article, “Flexibility Stigma and the Double Bind of Family Formation in Medical and Surgical Residency,” which found that flexibility stigma in residency discourages pregnant and parenting trainees from using needed work-life accommodations, creating harmful double binds between training expectations and personal well-being. Structural and cultural reforms are essential to support equity, retention, and trainee health. Disclosure Information: All relevant conflicts have been mitigated and Drs Varghese and Rangel, moderators, have no relevant financial conflicts to disclose. To earn 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for this episode of the JACS Operative Word Podcast, click here to register for the course and complete the evaluation. This activity has been designated as Credit to Address Regulatory Mandates in the following categories: Cultural Competency and Behavioral Health. Individuals MUST check with their state or local medical board, hospital, or organization to verify that the content does meet the specific requirements. Listeners can earn CME credit for this podcast for up to 2 years after the original air date. Rangel EL, Zeineddine J, Lovejoy MC, et al. Flexibility Stigma and the Double Bind of Family Formation in Medical and Surgical Residency Journal of the American College of Surgeons. Published online May 21, 2026. doi:10.1097/XCS.0000000000002046 Learn more about the Journal of the American College of Surgeons, a monthly peer-reviewed journal publishing original contributions on all aspects of surgery, including scientific articles, collective reviews, experimental investigations, and more. #JACSOperativeWord
