Common attributes of high/low performing general surgery programs as they relate to QE/CE pass rates - 18/04/17
, Eliza Slama b, Michael S. Truitt cAbstract |
Purpose |
This comparative study aims to identify the differences between high and low performing programs as defined by their ABS board pass rates.
Methods |
We identified programs in the top 5% (TP) and lower 5% (LP) for 1st time QE/CE pass rates during the study period with resident and program related variables. All data was pooled and analyzed.
Results |
TP had more U.S. graduates, higher average USMLE Step 1/2 scores, and all residents took the exam within a year of graduation. TP were more likely to rotate at a Level 1 trauma center, spent more time with simulation, and had numerous fellowship programs. They ascribed their success to mock oral exams, mature curricula, and group educational activities. Graduates of TP chose general surgery twice as often (40% vs 19%).
Conclusions |
Program related factors (Level 1 trauma, excellent didactics, higher number of fellowships, increased group educational activities, higher percentage of graduates into general surgery) are associated with TP. Our data suggests there may be modifiable program related variables that positively impact QE/CE pass rates.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : QE, CE, Board pass rates, Program factors, Modifiable
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Vol 212 - N° 6
P. 1248-1250 - décembre 2016 Retour au numéro
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