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Factors used by program directors to select residents.

N E Wagoner, J R Suriano, J A Stoner

    Journal of Medical Education
    |January 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    Residency program directors prioritize interviews and academic performance, with National Board of Medical Examiners Part I success being crucial. Increased competition elevates the importance of academic variables in resident selection.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Education
    • Graduate Medical Education
    • Physician Training

    Background:

    • Residency selection is a critical process in medical education.
    • Competition for residency positions has intensified.
    • Previous studies identified interviews as a key selection factor.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate current resident selection practices among program directors.
    • To assess the impact of increased competition on selection criteria.
    • To understand the relative importance of various academic and non-academic variables.

    Main Methods:

    • A national, stratified random sample of 405 graduate medical education program directors was surveyed.
    • Data was collected from 237 respondents regarding their resident selection methods.
    • Analysis focused on the reported importance of different selection variables.

    Main Results:

    • Interviews remain the most significant factor in resident selection.
    • Academic variables have gained importance due to increased competition.
    • 86% of respondents require passing the National Board of Medical Examiners Part I exam.
    • Preference is given to candidates who perform well in hospital electives (86%).

    Conclusions:

    • The senior year of medical school may become a 'residency chase' rather than for general education.
    • Academic metrics and standardized test performance are increasingly vital for residency applicants.
    • Program directors' selection criteria reflect the competitive landscape of graduate medical education.

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