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Does academic intervention impact ABS qualifying examination results?

Karen R Borman1

  • 1Department of Surgery, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, Mississippi 39216-4505, USA. kborman@surgery.umsmed.edu <kborman@surgery.umsmed.edu>

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|November 7, 2006
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A focused academic support program significantly improved surgical residents' American Board of Surgery In-Training Examination (ABSITE) scores and initial Qualifying Examination (QE) pass rates. While immediate gains were substantial, long-term score maintenance varied, highlighting the need for ongoing support.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Surgical Training
  • Academic Support Programs

Background:

  • The American Board of Surgery In-Training Examination (ABSITE) and Qualifying Examination (QE) are critical benchmarks for surgical resident competency.
  • Residents with lower ABSITE scores may benefit from targeted academic interventions to improve performance and examination outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a structured academic support program on ABSITE scores and QE pass rates among surgical residents.
  • To identify factors influencing the maintenance of academic gains throughout residency.

Main Methods:

  • A mandatory intervention program was implemented for residents scoring below the 31st percentile on the ABSITE Total Test (TT).
  • Program components included faculty mentoring, personal learning plans, QE videotape review, SESAP modules, and regular feedback.

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  • Outcomes were compared between residents receiving academic intervention (AI) and those not receiving intervention (NI) from 2003-2005.

    • Main Results:

    • Residents in the AI group showed significant immediate gains in ABSITE TT percentiles compared to NI and national peers.
    • While initial gains were substantial, only four AI residents maintained improved scores throughout their residency.
    • The first-time QE pass rate was 75% for AI residents versus 100% for NI residents; however, lower PGY-5 TT percentiles (

    Conclusions:

    • A focused academic support intervention can yield immediate improvements in ABSITE scores for residents with marginal performance.
    • Sustained score improvement varies, suggesting the need for ongoing, adaptive support strategies.
    • The intervention demonstrated a positive impact, as evidenced by the QE pass rate, despite challenges in long-term score maintenance.