Table 2. Attributes of male (n = 25) and female (n = 9) role models
Attributes used to describe both male and female RMs M/F
Good with patients (10/6)
Knowledgeable clinician (8/7)
Good as a tutor/teacher (8/4)
Able to create an atmosphere of trust (5/2)
Able to listen (4/2)
Humble (4/2)
Straightforward (4/1)
Conscientious (3/1)
Empathetic (3/1)
Likeable personality (2/2)
Strong integrity (2/2)
Passionate (2/1)
Attributes used only for male RMs Attributes used only for female RMs
Ability to handle problematic situations (3) Showed confidence in me (2)
Availability (3) Competent and a woman (1)
Good sense of humour (3) Competent despite family issues (1)
Ability to command respect (2)  
Consideration of others (2)  
Curiosity (2)  
Sense of duty (2)  
Leadership skills (2)  
Patience (2)  
Charisma (1)  
Education (non-medical) (1)  
Ethical pathos (1)  
Intelligence (1)  
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