Bias in medicine is usually invisible, at least until you hear stories from those who live it every day. AMWA invites you to join us to view this 20-minute documentary film, 1001 Cuts, as a way to draw attention to equity in healthcare, and participate in a discussion about its impact and how we can come together to change the culture of medicine.

This documentary sheds light on the challenges that persist for women physicians in the world of surgery. Through candid interviews, 1001 Cuts amplifies the voices of women physicians from diverse specialties and backgrounds. It not only exposes the pervasive inequities in surgical practice but also presents solutions—offering hope and inspiration to the next generation of women in medicine.

“1001 Cuts is a call-to-action to build workplace cultures within medicine where talent, hard work, and leadership are recognized, says Dr. Sarah Temkin, who created and produced the film. The film is also an educational tool aimed at improving the culture for women in medicine and in other sectors.

With women physicians demonstrating strong evidence-based outcomes in communication, preventive care, surgical results, and even patient survival rates, the stakes are clear. By building an infrastructure that supports women in medicine, the health of entire communities stands to benefit.