ArticleSurgery in practice and science2023
Evaluating the feasibility of a normalized competitive index (NCI) to assess the competitiveness of general surgery residency.
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Background: General surgery remains the predominant surgical training pathway; however, the trends in competitiveness over time are unknown. The aim of this study was to determine the feasibility of using a normalized competitive index (NCI) to assess competitiveness by analyzing 30 years of general surgery match data. Methods: Data for general surgery programs were collected using the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) Main Residency Match data from 1993 to 2022. Matched applicant metrics from 2007 to 2021 were collected via NRMP Charting Outcomes data. Metrics included USMLE Step 1 and 2 scores, research experiences and output, work experiences, and volunteer experiences. A competitive index was created by dividing number of positions by the match rate each year. The index was normalized, creating the NCI for trends over time. Linear regressions were performed on the NCI, match data, and applicant metrics across time. Results: The NCI significantly differed across time ( Conclusion: The competitiveness of general surgery residency programs was highly variable over time. Over the last ten years, there has been a significant increase in applicants per position and applicant metrics. The fluctuations in standard metrics of competitiveness (i.e.
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