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  • Licensure Examinations
  • Residency Selection

Background:

  • A conference was held in March 2019 to discuss reporting USMLE Step 1 results as pass/fail.
  • The USMLE Step 1 score is widely used for residency applicant screening.
  • Concerns exist regarding the impact of the Step 1 score on medical education and student well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To consider the implications of changing the USMLE Step 1 reporting from a numeric score to pass/fail.
  • To evaluate the role of the USMLE Step 1 score in residency selection.
  • To address the "Step 1 Culture" and its effects on medical students and schools.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the current use and impact of the USMLE Step 1 score.
  • Discussion among key stakeholders regarding potential changes in reporting.
  • Analysis of the role of standardized metrics in residency applicant screening.

Main Results:

  • The USMLE Step 1 score is a key metric for residency applicant screening due to its objectivity and national recognition.
  • Excessive reliance on the Step 1 score contributes to "Step 1 Culture," increased student anxiety, and disadvantages for minority groups.
  • Lack of standardization in medical school assessments and grade inflation contribute to the Step 1 score's prominence.

Conclusions:

  • The Association of Program Directors in Radiology (APDR) opposes the change to pass/fail reporting without an equivalent or superior metric for applicant comparison.
  • The APDR acknowledges concerns about the Step 1 exam being used as a screening tool but maintains its value as an objective measure.
  • The current numeric Step 1 score, despite its drawbacks, is seen as essential for applicant comparison in the absence of alternatives.