Dr. McKinstry's article usefully highlights the core problem--that
although men might be effective at balancing risk and providing a "full-
time" service to their NHS employer, they are shirking fundamental
societal responsibilities. The task of child-rearing determines the legacy
that we leave our society, and caring for elderly relatives and dependants
is what makes us a successful, mature community. Women have traditionally
shouldered these important roles. It is time to share them equally with
men, freeing us up to do those fast turn-over GP clinics, on-call, and
academic sessions.
Competing interests:
None declared
Competing interests:
No competing interests
08 April 2008
Nandita M deSouza
Reader in Imaging
Member of Medical Women's Federation
Institute of Cancer Research and Royal Marsden Hospital, Sutton, Surrey
Rapid Response:
Men in Society
Dr. McKinstry's article usefully highlights the core problem--that although men might be effective at balancing risk and providing a "full- time" service to their NHS employer, they are shirking fundamental societal responsibilities. The task of child-rearing determines the legacy that we leave our society, and caring for elderly relatives and dependants is what makes us a successful, mature community. Women have traditionally shouldered these important roles. It is time to share them equally with men, freeing us up to do those fast turn-over GP clinics, on-call, and academic sessions.
Competing interests: None declared
Competing interests: No competing interests