Superselection and intense training overcomes gender differences, see Superselection or Accelerated Family Medicine Training Programs
Females in general do not choose rural practice at the same rate as males, however females with rural background and FP interest at matriculation to medical school choose and stay in rural practice at rates similar to males with the same characteristics.
This graphic represents female FP grads choosing RUCA 7 - 10 sites that are not urban-focused
The major change has been an increase in international medical school graduates from North American locations. However the last 2 years saw this number decrease. Allopathic females and osteopathic private females have had steady decreases. Osteopathic public medical school females are holding steady, but there are less than 10 a year.
Declines in nearly all categories and locations are noted.
Gender and Ethnicity in FP Graduates 1997
Ethnicity Gender and Rural Practice Choice
Family Physicians Are Different