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Can a structured, behavior-based interview predict future resident success?

Eric A Strand1, Elizabeth Moore, Douglas W Laube

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, IN 46260, USA. eastrand@stvincent.org

American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
|April 5, 2011
PubMed
Summary
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Structured behavioral interviews can predict success in obstetrics and gynecology residency programs. Applicant leadership scores and academic records showed predictive value for resident performance.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Surgical Training
  • Residency Programs

Background:

  • Selecting successful candidates for obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) residency programs is crucial for training future specialists.
  • Traditional interview methods may not adequately assess the skills and attributes necessary for success in a demanding surgical field.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the predictive validity of a structured, behavior-based interview for assessing future success in OB/GYN residency.
  • To identify specific interview components that correlate with resident performance.

Main Methods:

  • A modified pre-post study design was employed.
  • Behavior-based interview scores of applicants were compared with postmatch evaluations from program directors.
  • Evaluated areas included academic record, professionalism, leadership, trainability, and program fit.

Main Results:

  • Overall interview scores did not correlate with overall resident performance.
  • Applicant leadership subscores predicted resident leadership performance (P = .042).
  • Academic records predicted patient care performance for US medical school graduates (P = .014).
  • Lower trainability/suitability scores were associated with residents who changed programs (P = .020).

Conclusions:

  • Structured behavioral interviews offer valuable predictive insights for OB/GYN residency selection.
  • Specific interview components, such as leadership and trainability, are important indicators of resident success.