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Factors important to students in selecting a residency program.

A C Simmonds1, J M Robbins, M R Brinker

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, D.C.

Academic Medicine : Journal of the Association of American Medical Colleges
|October 1, 1990
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Medical students prioritize resident satisfaction and interview impressions when ranking residency programs. Geographic location and training diversity are also key factors, while salary is less important.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Residency Matching

Background:

  • Selecting a residency program is a critical decision for medical students.
  • Understanding student priorities is essential for program recruitment and improvement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the key factors medical students consider when ranking residency programs.
  • To inform medical schools and residency programs about student preferences.

Main Methods:

  • A 22-item questionnaire was administered to senior medical students at Tulane University School of Medicine.
  • Survey data from 111 students were analyzed to determine the importance of various selection factors.

Main Results:

  • House officer satisfaction and general impression during interviews were the most significant factors.

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  • Diversity of training experience and geographic location also played important roles.
  • House officer benefits and salary were considered low-priority factors.

    • Conclusions:

    • Residency program selection is primarily influenced by the perceived satisfaction of current residents and the interview experience.
    • Programs should focus on fostering a positive environment and providing a strong interview process to attract top candidates.