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Applicant Selection for Anesthesiology Residency Programs in Saudi Arabia
Mohammed Almatrodi1, Fatma Aldammas1, Adel Alqarni1
1College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, SAU.
Cureus
|November 16, 2022
Summary
Anesthesia residency programs in Saudi Arabia prioritize individual qualities and academic factors in candidate selection. Non-academic traits and potential red flags are also significant considerations for program directors.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Anesthesiology Residency Training
Background:
- Anesthesiology is a critical surgical support specialty requiring both medical knowledge and manual skill.
- Limited research exists on selection criteria for Saudi Arabian anesthesia residency programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and define the key criteria and factors for selecting candidates into Saudi Arabian anesthesia residency programs.
- To establish guidelines for a standardized applicant selection process.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study utilizing electronic questionnaires distributed to program directors across Saudi Arabia.
- Questionnaires assessed demographic data, cognitive/academic, non-cognitive/non-academic activities, individual qualities, and negative indicators.
- Data analysis involved statistical significance testing (p≤0.05).
Main Results:
- All 14 assessed individual qualities were significantly important for selection (p≤0.05).
- 11 out of 12 negative characteristics (red flags) were significant factors, excluding delayed entry.
- Academic/cognitive and non-academic/non-cognitive factors were highly prioritized.
Conclusions:
- Individual characteristics, academic performance, and non-academic attributes are paramount in selecting anesthesia residents in Saudi Arabia.
- Understanding these factors can refine and standardize the residency application process.
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