When establishing admission processes for entry-level doctoral programs, admission requirements for masterlevel programs provide a comparison for consideration. The purpose of this study was to provide information about admission practices for graduate-level occupational therapy programs. The three aims included: 1) to describe admission requirements of a sample of entry-level master's programs; 2) to examine the relationship between attrition and admission requirements for the sample; and 3) to provide a summary of admission requirements used by entry-level master and doctoral programs in the United States. Results of the study provided a synthesis of information about admission requirements that included programs' minimum preadmission grade point average, Graduate Record Examination (GRE) requirements, and interview processes (e.g., format, time, personnel). A review of the websites for 172 entry-level master's and doctoral programs across the United States provided a comprehensive description of national admission requirements. Results of a survey of 31 master's level programs provided information on student demographics (e.g., race/ethnicity, gender), admission requirements, and attrition information for the cohorts admitted in a single year. Survey results also examined the relationship between attrition and admission requirements. Educational programs have opportunities, responsibilities, and challenges associated with the selection of the most qualified applicants to meet academic and professional behavior standards. Periodic examination of admission processes within and across occupational therapy education programs is important for the integrity of the profession.

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Introduction: Abnormal penile anatomy is suspected in approximately 20% of newborns whose families desire circumcision, yet there is no clear method to refer such cases for anatomical assessment and circumcision under local anesthesia when safe. The aim of this study was to describe development, implementation and outcomes of a newborn circumcision clinic for boys where concern about anatomical circumcision suitability exists. Methods:The workflow of a pediatric urology outpatient clinic was modified and a circumcision clinic implemented. Staff educational materials and electronic medical record referral templates were created. Circumcision suitability was assessed via checklist, and suitable patients circumcised on the same day. Clinical data were reviewed to evaluate initial implementation and patient outcomes.Results: Of 833 boys evaluated from January 2014 to April 2018, 657 (79%) were suitable to circumcise, all of whom underwent a circumcision. Of those suitable 244 (37%) had normal anatomy. The remaining 413 (63%) had minor anatomical abnormalities, most commonly penoscrotal web (297/657, 45%) and penile raphe deviation (60/657, 9%). No short-term complications were noted. Most (595/657, 91%) returned for followup within 6 weeks after circumcision. Success was achieved in 593/595 boys (99.7%), and 2 boys (0.3%) required acquired buried penis repair. Of the 176 boys with anatomy unsuitable for clamp circumcision (buried penis, chordee or hypospadias), 144/176 (82%) elected for surgical reconstruction.Conclusions: Implementing a newborn circumcision clinic for boys with possible anatomical abnormalities is feasible. Most boys are circumcised safely and successfully without general anesthesia. Operative circumcision under general anesthesia is reserved for boys requiring surgical reconstruction for significant anatomical abnormalities.