ArticleJournal of surgical oncology2023
Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship applicant selection and ranking: A survey of Society of Surgical Oncology programs.
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5 citing papers in PubMed.
- Reply to "Structure, not Discretion: What the Retreat from Metrics in Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship Selection Overlooks" by Wang.Annals of surgical oncology · 2026Article
- Applicant Selection and Ranking in Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowships: A National Survey of Program Leadership.Annals of surgical oncology · 2026Article
- Contemporary Trends in Application and Match Rates of Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship Programs, 2018-2025.Annals of surgical oncology · 2026Article
- Characterizing the General Surgery Experience of Future Breast Surgeons: A Multi-institutional Study from the US ROPE Consortium.Annals of surgical oncology · 2025Article
- What Changes are Mandatory in Breast Surgery Training? An International Survey and Recommendations of the French Academy of Surgery and the Senologic International Society.European journal of breast health · 2025Article
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Abstract
BACKGROUND AND
objectivesIn 2003, the Society of Surgical Oncology (SSO) initiated a breast surgical oncology fellowship, which has now grown to 60 SSO accredited programs as of 2021. Limited knowledge exists on the traits of successful applicants and the factors influencing the rank list.
methodsA web-based, anonymous survey was sent to all SSO Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship program directors. The survey consisted of 26 questions. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze survey responses and evaluate impact on applicant interview and rank list.
resultsThirty-four programs (57% response rate) completed the survey. Programs received an average of 70 applications and granted 24 interviews. Most programs reported a minimum ABSITE cut-off score (n = 28, 82%) and a defined publication requirement (n = 22, 65%), including a first-author requirement (n = 18, 53%) to extend an invitation to interview. For postinterview rank, applicant interpersonal skills were highly valued. The interview was the most important aspect for the rank list.
conclusionsMany programs have ABSITE and publication thresholds before offering an interview. Upon receiving interview invitation, the applicant's interview performance, interpersonal skills, and letters of recommendation were the most important aspect in rank list decision making.
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