Obstacles and Challenges Facing Iraqi Women Ophthalmologists.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to address disparities between male and female Iraqi ophthalmologists in terms of personal circumstances, professional profiles, and attitudes toward work and family life.

Methods: A Google Form-based questionnaire was released on a social media platform including 500 ophthalmologists between September 1, and December 1, 2021. The survey included three domains: (1) demographic characteristics, (2) clinical practice profile, and (3) career satisfaction and work/family balance.