Doctors favored treating patients of higher rank over those of equal or lesser rank, resulting in worse care for junior patients.
The research highlighted how patients fared better when they shared the same race or gender with their doctor, disadvantaging Black individuals in particular.
The study's findings extend beyond the military, shedding light on disparities influenced by power imbalances in various societal contexts.
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