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Videoconference Interviews for an Adult Reconstruction Fellowship: Lessons Learned
11Kaplan Joint Center, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Newton, Massachusetts 2Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts.
The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American Volume
|November 1, 2017
Summary
Videoconference interviews for orthopaedic fellowships offer convenience and cost savings but may impact candidate self-presentation and program ranking comfort. Further research is needed to determine their role in fellow selection.
Area of Science:
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Medical Education
- Surgical Fellowships
Background:
- Orthopaedic fellowship applications are costly and time-consuming for residents and programs.
- Many U.S. orthopaedic residents (approx. 90% in 2017) pursue fellowships.
- Time away from clinical duties for interviews presents challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the utility and acceptance of videoconference interviews for an adult reconstruction fellowship.
- To share lessons learned from implementing this innovative interview format.
Main Methods:
- Surveyed candidates and faculty who participated in videoconference interviews (2015-2017).
- Assessed candidate understanding, expectations, self-presentation, and comfort with ranking.
Main Results:
- 85% of candidates felt videoconference interviews provided a satisfactory understanding of the fellowship.
- 89% met candidate expectations; 85% felt they presented themselves satisfactorily.
- High candidate gratitude for convenience and low cost; however, 15% felt unable to present themselves well, and 30% found the format unfavorable.
Conclusions:
- Videoconference interviews offer potential benefits for adult reconstruction fellowship selection.
- Concerns remain regarding candidate self-presentation and program ranking comfort.
- The definitive role of videoconference interviews in fellow selection requires further investigation.
