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Samantha S Massenzio1, Tara A Uhler2, Erik M Massenzio2
1Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland.
Journal of Surgical Education
|August 14, 2022
Summary
Applicants to ophthalmology and urology desire a Couples Match system. The absence of this system deters applicants, highlighting a need for its implementation in these specialties.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Residency Matching
- Ophthalmology
- Urology
Background:
- Medical students in relationships face residency application challenges, particularly matching near their partners.
- The National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) offers a Couples Match, but it's unavailable for ophthalmology and urology due to their separate, early match systems.
- This limitation creates a significant barrier for couples in these specific medical fields.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the usage trends of the NRMP Couples Match over time.
- To evaluate the perspectives of ophthalmology and urology applicants regarding a potential Couples Match system.
- To identify the impact of the lack of a Couples Match on applicant decisions in these specialties.
Main Methods:
- Review of NRMP Couples Match data from 1987 to 2021.
- Distribution of an online survey to ophthalmology and urology applicants during the 2021 Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine match cycle.
- Analysis of survey responses from 342 applicants (39% response rate).
Main Results:
- Couples Match usage has increased over the years.
- 89% of surveyed applicants supported implementing a Couples Match in their specialty.
- 78% of respondents with a partner in medicine would have used a Couples Match if available, and 21% considered not applying due to its absence.
Conclusions:
- A Couples Match system is highly sought after by ophthalmology and urology applicants.
- The lack of a Couples Match acts as a deterrent for pursuing these competitive medical fields.
- Further research is needed to optimize match systems for applicants with partners.
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