Abstract
Current status and issues of Japanese women otorhinolaryngologists are discussed. In Japan, in order to obtain Otorhinolaryngology Board, on average, 4 years of training is required. Moreover, it is necessary to continue academic activity in order to get subspecialty license. The acquisition rate is nearly equal between men and women; however, women spend more time to qualify to take board examination because of child rearing. Also, among women otorhinolaryngologists, 37.3% are private practice, 54% are hospital employee, and of those, 35.4% are part time. It is important to develop effective system for women to enhance their career as otorhinolaryngologists.
