For decades, healthcare has been one of the few professional spaces where women have maintained a strong presence. Yet their role is evolving rapidly. Today, women are not only entering medicine in larger numbers but are also expanding into emerging health professions — from nutrition science and counselling psychology to integrative wellness and preventive care.
According to data from the World Health Organisation, women make up around 70% of the global health and social care workforce, though they remain underrepresented in leadership roles. In India too, the pipeline is expanding. Data from the National Medical Commission shows that women now account for close to 45–50% of medical students in many institutions, a significant shift f
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