Related Experiment Video
Updated: Oct 23, 2025
07:50
Establishment of a Clinic-based Biorepository
Published on: May 29, 2017
6.7K
Factors associated with matching into research-focused dermatology residency programs
Anna Eversman1, Jatin Narang2, David X Zheng1
1Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH, USA.
Archives of Dermatological Research
|August 23, 2021
Summary
Matching into competitive dermatology residency programs is challenging. Applicant factors like PhD/MD status and publication count, not just first-author papers, predict success in research-oriented dermatology positions.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Dermatology Residency Admissions
- Academic Career Development
Background:
- Dermatology is a highly competitive medical specialty.
- Limited transparency exists in the residency match process.
- Identifying predictors for research-oriented dermatology programs is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify applicant characteristics associated with matching into research-oriented dermatology residency programs.
- To analyze the predictive value of pre-residency publications (PRPs) for matching success.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective cohort study.
- Analysis of 2234 allopathic medical graduates' application data.
- Statistical analysis of applicant characteristics and match outcomes.
Main Results:
- PhD/MD status, graduating from a Top-25 NIH-funded medical school, and higher total/high-impact PRPs were associated with matching into research-oriented programs.
- The number of first or last author PRPs did not significantly predict matching success.
- Identified variables correlate with future academic employment.
Conclusions:
- Applicant's research output, including roles in projects, may be a better indicator of academic commitment than solely publication authorship.
- A comprehensive evaluation of research endeavors is needed for dermatology residency selection.
- Understanding these factors can improve the dermatology residency match process.
Related Concept Videos
01:21Factors Affecting Drug Response: Overview
2.6K
When it comes to infants and young children, they are typically administered smaller doses of medication in comparison to adults. This is primarily because their organ functions still need to fully develop, meaning their bodies are not as efficient at metabolizing or eliminating drugs. Additionally, their blood-brain barrier is more permeable than in adults. As a result, high concentrations of drugs can easily penetrate the central nervous system (CNS), potentially leading to neurological...
2.6K
01:23Factors Influencing Attraction III: Similarity
42
The similarity hypothesis suggests that individuals are more likely to form relationships with others who share similar attitudes, beliefs, values, and interests. This concept has been widely studied in social psychology, demonstrating that perceived similarity fosters interpersonal attraction. In an experiment supporting this hypothesis, participants were presented with fabricated information indicating that strangers held attitudes similar to their own. The results showed that participants...
42
01:28Factors Influencing Attraction IV: Reciprocity
55
Reciprocity in attraction is fundamental to social and romantic relationships, shaping how individuals form and maintain connections. The psychological principle underlying this phenomenon is that people tend to like those who express liking toward them. Balance theory supports this tendency, suggesting that mutual attraction fosters psychological harmony, whereas one-sided affection leads to discomfort and cognitive dissonance.The Psychological Mechanisms Behind ReciprocityWhen individuals...
55
01:16Confocal Fluorescence Microscopy
18.0K
Confocal microscopy is an advanced microscopic technique. The prime advantage of the confocal microscope over other microscopy techniques is its ability to block the out-of-focus light from the illuminated samples using pinholes. It is widely used with fluorescence optics to obtain high-resolution, sharp contrast images. Unlike optical microscopes, confocal microscopes use a focused beam of light laser to scan the entire sample surface at different z-planes. These microscopes are, therefore,...
18.0K
01:22Factors Influencing Attraction I: Proximity
53
Proximity plays a fundamental role in shaping interpersonal attraction by increasing opportunities for interaction and fostering familiarity. Research consistently demonstrates that individuals are more likely to form social bonds with those who are physically closer to them, whether in residential settings, workplaces, or educational institutions. This effect is largely driven by the increased frequency of encounters, which facilitates the development of friendships and romantic...
53
01:21Factors Influencing Attraction II: Physical Attraction
42
Physical attractiveness plays a crucial role in shaping interpersonal attraction, influencing first impressions, social interactions, and long-term relationship dynamics. Psychological research consistently demonstrates that attractiveness affects social evaluations and behavioral outcomes in various contexts.Influence on Social InteractionsResearch has shown that individuals perceived as physically attractive often experience preferential treatment in social and professional settings. One...
42