In our program, we overhauled our recruitment process in response to three-fold more applications received post-COVID, as well as the need to integrate holistic application review, both because this was encouraged and because USMLE scores transitioned to pass/fail. In this workshop, we will provide an overview of this process, which includes; 1) using an external consultant/facilitator to assist in clarifying the mission and values of the program; 2) defining the "ideal" residency applicant; 3) designing questions that would specifically identify features among applicants consistent with our ideal applicant; and 4) building your rank list to reflect the program's values. In so doing, we reduced the number of interviews offered, ranked fewer applicants, were able to provide more in-depth application review, and matched higher on our rank list than in prior years.
Speakers
- Philip Verhoef, MD, PhD, FACP, FAAP
- Jennifer Katada, MD, FACP
- Hisami Oba, MD
Additional Information
Year Published: 2023 - APDIM Fall Meeting