Ophthalmology Residency Match Outcomes for 2011

Yousuf, Salman J.; Jones, Leslie S.

doi:10.1016/j.ophtha.2011.09.060

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“…Although there have been multiple studies published regarding the important aspects of matching into ophthalmology, none of them have objectively analyzed the relationship between research and matching into an ophthalmology program. 2,13 Our results show that in terms of research, the most accurate predictor of getting into a top-tier research ophthalmology program is the h-index. Similar findings were observed in neurosurgery applicants.…”

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Quantifying the Impact of Research on Matching into Ophthalmology Residency

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Many factors influence an applicant's matriculation into an ophthalmology residency program. Previous studies have assessed the importance of quantifiable aspects of the application, such as board scores, Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) status, and clinical grades in matching into ophthalmology. 1,2Although research was mentioned in several of these studies, its effects on the match process has never been quantified. A survey of program directors, chairpersons, and people involved in matching committees indicated that a year of research was noted to be helpful in improving ophthalmology applications. 3In this study, we analyze the correlation between different research parameters and the rank of residency program matched, as measured by research output and reputation. Similar bibliometric studies have been done to evaluate the impact of research on matching into neurosurgery.4 An objective analysis of the often-elusive term "research" can help medical students and advisors understand the impact of AbstractPurpose This article aims to quantify the impact of research on matching into various tiers of ophthalmology residency programs. Design In this study, 340 applicants who matriculated into ophthalmology residency programs in the United States from the class of 2019 were included. Data variables collected for each applicant composed of the following: Hirsch's index (h-index), total number of publications, journal impact factor, type of publication, and number of publications relating to ophthalmology. The primary outcome was tier of ophthalmology program that each applicant matched into, which was determined by two metrics:(1) the h-index of the department's faculty and (2) overall reputation of the residency program as characterized by the U.S. News and World Report Ophthalmology Rankings. Results After multivariate analysis, only the h-index was found to be associated with an increased likelihood of matching at a higher tier program when measuring tier based on the metric of institutional research output (p < 0.0001). However, no research variable was found to be significant on multivariate analysis when assessing the impact of research on matching into a certain tier program based on reputation. The h-index was noted to increase by 1 for every 3.1 papers as the first author, every 4.9 years since the first publication, every 6.4 ophthalmology-related publications, and every publication in a journal with an impact factor of 5.2. Conclusion A higher applicant h-index is associated with matching at an ophthalmology program with greater research output; however, it is not associated with reputation of residency program.

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“…18 Similar and comparable findings, although in an American context, have also been reported by studies focusing on other more highly competitive disciplines in the United States. [25][26][27][28][29] While these studies explored medical students' matching outcomes, scholarship on the subject comes primarily from the United States. Findings from these studies may not necessarily be generalizable to the Canadian context since residency training requirements vary across settings and disciplines.…”

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Analysis of factors affecting Canadian medical students’ success in the residency match

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Background: In North America, there is limited data to support deliberate application strategies for post-graduate residency training. There is significant interest in determining what factors play a role in Canadian medical graduate (CMG) matching to their first choice discipline and heightened concern about the number of students going unmatched altogether. Methods: We analyzed matching outcomes of CMGs based on seven years (2013-2019) of residency application data (n= 13,499) from the Canadian Residency Matching Service (CaRMS) database using descriptive and binary logistic regression modeling techniques. Results: The sample was 54% female, with 60% between the ages of 26 and 29, and 60% attended medical schools in Ontario. Applicants who received more rankings from residency programs were more likely (OR = 1.185, p < 0.001) to match. Higher research activities (OR = 0.985, p < 0.001) and number of applications submitted (OR = 0.920, p < 0.001) were associated with a reduced likelihood of matching. Number of volunteer activities and self-report publications did not significantly affect matching. Being male (OR = 0.799, p < 0.05) aged <25 (OR = 0.756, p < 0.05), and from Eastern (OR = 0.497, p < 0.01), or Western (OR = 0.450, p < 0.001) Canadian medical schools were predictors of remaining unmatched. Conclusions: This study identified several significant associations of demographic and application factors that affected matching outcomes. The results will help to better inform medical student application strategies and highlight possible biases in the selection process.

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“…The present authors reported on the factors important to ophthalmology programs in selecting applicants by performing a multivariate regression analysis of the 2011 resident applicant database. 1 Nallasamy et al 2 reported on these factors after conducting a detailed survey of ophthalmology program directors, chairpersons, and members of resident selection committees. However, there have been no published data on the factors considered by applicants when selecting their preferred residency programs.…”

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Applicants' Choice of an Ophthalmology Residency Program

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Objective To determine the factors most important to applicants when selecting an ophthalmology residency program. Design Cross-sectional survey. Participants All 595 applicants who submitted a rank list to the Ophthalmology Residency Matching Program for the 2012 match. Methods Participants anonymously completed a 25-item questionnaire after the submission of their rank lists. A multiple-choice format and ordinal scale were used to query applicants on demographics, career plans, and the importance of factors related to program characteristics. One question allowed a free text response to identify factors that caused the applicant to rank a program lower than other programs or not at all (i.e., “red flag”). Main Outcome Measures Factors important to applicants when creating their rank lists. Results The response rate was 37% (218/595). The 3 most important factors affecting rank lists were resident–faculty relationships, clinical and surgical volume, and diversity of training. The fourth most important was the interview experience with faculty; poor interview experience was the most frequently cited “red flag.” Age, gender, and marital status did not affect how applicants rated factors. Applicants planning a post-residency fellowship or an academic career placed greater importance on opportunities for resident research and a program's prestige (P<0.0001). Female and ethnic minority applicants placed greater importance on the diversity of faculty and residents by gender or ethnicity (P<0.0001). Conclusions Applicants rated educational and interpersonal factors as more important than geographic factors when selecting an ophthalmology residency program. Future career plans and demographic factors influenced the rating of specific factors. The results of this study provide a useful resource to programs preparing for the match.

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Ophthalmology Residency Match Outcomes for 2011

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Quantifying the Impact of Research on Matching into Ophthalmology Residency

Quantifying the Impact of Research on Matching into Ophthalmology Residency

Analysis of factors affecting Canadian medical students’ success in the residency match

Applicants' Choice of an Ophthalmology Residency Program

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