A Plano doctor sparked outrage after he told a medical publication that female physicians make less than men because they “don't work as hard” and prioritize “something else . Some have criticized the Dallas Medical Journal for highlighting the remarks; others have praised the monthly magazine for exposing them. Tigges's contribution: “Female physicians do not work as hard and do not see as many patients as male physicians . “I'm not saying female physicians should be paid less, but they earn less because of other factors." "Some people have said women doctors don't see as many patients as male doctors because they have other responsibilities at home with kids.

Source: Washington Post September 02, 2018 20:23 UTC