Qualities and Characteristics of Applicants Associated with Successful Matriculation to Pediatric Surgery Fellowship Training
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In brief
In brief
This study analyzes Electronic Residency Application System data from 444 pediatric surgery fellowship applicants (2012-2017) to identify factors associated with successful matriculation. Attendance at a US allopathic medical school was the strongest predictor of acceptance, with the applicant pool showing increasing female representation over the study period.
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Background
Pediatric surgery (PS) is among the most competitive fellowship opportunities for general surgery residents. Prior investigations into factors associated with successful matriculation to PS have relied on surveys, which have inherent biases.
Study design
Data were extracted from the Electronic Residency Application System for applicants from 2012 to 2017 and analyzed after stratification by matriculation status.
Results
Data were gathered on a total of 444 applicants, of which 238 matriculated. The applicant pool was predominantly Caucasian (63.5%), largely graduated from US allopathic school (81%) and had a slight male predominance (54%), although the number of female applicants increased significantly over the study period. Attendance at a US allopathic medical school (OR=4.55, p