Asian Americans are well represented in medical school, but they face challenges in academic medicine and leadership. They are also underrepresented in certain specialties and leadership positions.
Representation
In 2022, Asian Americans made up 28.7% of medical students in the US.
However, Asian Americans are underrepresented in leadership positions, especially senior faculty.
Asian Americans are also underrepresented in certain specialties, such as selective residency programs.
Challenges
Asian American medical students experience microaggressions, discrimination, and harassment.
They are also more likely to take a leave of absence from medical school.
They are less likely to be recognized for honors.
They are often excluded from discussions of racial discrimination and biased practices.
They are often categorized as the "model minority".