Gender Differences in X (Formerly Twitter) Use Among Oncology Physicians at National Cancer Institute–Designated Cancer Centers: Cross-Sectional Study

TL;DR

The study found that female oncologists use X more actively than their male colleagues, possibly due to higher professional motivation.

Contribution

The study reveals gender differences in X usage among oncologists, highlighting higher self-engagement among women.

Findings

Women oncologists are more enriched on X compared to men.

Female oncologists show higher self-engagement on X.

The findings suggest a heightened motivation for professional X use among women.

Abstract

This cross-sectional study evaluated gender parity in the oncology workforce on social media, demonstrating that women oncologists are enriched on X, with higher self-engagement, suggestive of a heightened motivation for professional X use.