Cancer care in the developed world: A comparison of surgical oncology training programs

Qadan, Motaz; Davies, Andrew; Polk, Hiram C.; Allum, William; Brennan, Murray F.

doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2017.05.004

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“…Indeed, models in surgical oncology training are rapidly evolving, with these trends driving the competitiveness of CGSO fellowship training. [10][11][12] In our study, the competitiveness of matching at CGSO fellowship training appeared to decrease over the study period, which was driven by the increasing number of available training positions and a decreasing number of applications. This is a potentially disturbing trend given the predicted future shortage of the oncology workforce.…”

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Application and Match Rates in the Complex General Surgical Oncology Match

Silvestre¹,

Smith

Nasef

et al. 2022

Ann Surg Oncol

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Background The Society of Surgical Oncology collaborates with the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) to facilitate the Complex General Surgical Oncology (CGSO) Match. Objective The purpose of this study was to understand trends in CGSO Match outcomes. We hypothesized that (1) match rates would increase with time; (2) US allopathic graduates would have higher match rates than non-US allopathic graduates; and (3) most applicants would match at one of their top three ranked choices. Methods The NRMP provided applicant and program data from the CGSO Match (2014–2021). Chi-square tests elucidated temporal trends and match rates by applicant archetype. Results The annual number of applicants decreased from 103 to 90 (13% decrease), while the annual number of fellowship positions increased from 56 to 67 (20% increase) from 2014–2021. The annual percentage of applicants who did not match decreased from 46% to 26% ( p < 0.05). Annual match rates increased from 54% to 74% ( p < 0.05). US allopathic graduates had higher match rates than non-US allopathic graduates but this disparity narrowed over time (84% vs. 55% in 2021; p < 0.001). Approximately half of all applicants matched at one of their top three choices (first, 29%; second, 12%; third, 8%). Applicants matching at one of their top three choices increased from 36% to 50% ( p < 0.05). Conclusions CGSO Match rates have increased over the past decade, thus primarily benefiting non-US allopathic graduates. Most applicants match at one of their top three choices. More research is needed to understand disparities in match rates by applicant and residency program characteristics.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 63%

Application and Match Rates in the Complex General Surgical Oncology Match

Silvestre¹,

Smith

Nasef

et al. 2022

Ann Surg Oncol

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“…Fellowship programs in many HICs have a standardized approach to medical, surgical, and radiation oncology training. 42 Oncology training in LMICs is often not as formalized to encompass all aspects of oncology care. Instead, there have been two general models used to improve access to specialty training in places without local training programs.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…To this end, there has been an effort to expand oncology training throughout the world. Fellowship programs in many HICs have a standardized approach to medical, surgical, and radiation oncology training 42 . Oncology training in LMICs is often not as formalized to encompass all aspects of oncology care.…”

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confidence: 99%

Updates in global oncology: Advancements and future directions

Jackman,

Yibrehu,

Doyle

et al. 2024

Journal of Surgical Oncology

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Globally, cancer is the second leading cause of death, and low‐ and middle‐income countries bear most of the disease burden. While cancer is increasingly recognized as a major global health issue, more work remains. Understanding the status of global cancer care will shape the next steps in ensuring equitable global access to cancer care. This article highlights ongoing initiatives in global oncology and the next steps in advancing the field.

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Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME): an Overview and Relevance to the Education of Future Surgical Oncologists

Leiphrakpam

Are

2023

Indian J Surg Oncol

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Cancer care in the developed world: A comparison of surgical oncology training programs

Cited by 6 publications

References 27 publications

Application and Match Rates in the Complex General Surgical Oncology Match

Application and Match Rates in the Complex General Surgical Oncology Match

Updates in global oncology: Advancements and future directions

Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME): an Overview and Relevance to the Education of Future Surgical Oncologists

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