International Women's Day 2025

To celebrate International Women’s Day, the BOA and BOMSA have come together to discuss the importance and ongoing efforts to recruit and support women in the profession. Sophie Heppenstall, President of BOMSA, interviews two Trauma and Orthopaedic Consultants, Salma Chaudhury and Niel Kang, to discuss the challenges faced by current trainees and considerations for those entering training. 

Interview with:

• Dr Sophie Heppenstall - Academic Foundation Doctor at St George's University Hospitals NHS Trust and BOMSA President
• Salma Chaudhury - Trauma and Orthopaedic Consultant at Addenbrooks Hospital, Cambridge and BOA Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead
• Niel Kang - Trauma and Orthopaedic Consultant at Addenbrooks Hospital, Cambridge and Medical Student Lead on the BOA Education and Careers Committee

Topics addressed:

• Challenges for female trainees 
• Work-life balance and flexibility (More resources on pregnancy and flexible training can be found in the BOA's Parenthood in Orthopaedics)
• Support networks and mentorship (Find out more about the BOMSA mentorship scheme)
• Supporting women in leadership roles
• Advice for aspiring surgeons