From: Factors affecting residency rank-listing: A Maxdiff survey of graduating Canadian medical students
Distinguishing Factor | Top reason second choice program was not first choice (%) |
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Non-modifiable* | Â |
Greater distance to relatives | 23.33 |
Less desirable city | 20.00 |
Less preferred by spouse/partner | 19.67 |
Fewer financial incentives | 0.67 |
Potentially modifiable | Â |
Less variety of clinical experiences | 9.33 |
Less academically reputable | 6.33 |
Less impressive faculty | 1.00 |
Less impressive hospital facilities | 0.33 |
Modifiable | Â |
Less desirable work schedule | 5.00 |
Poorer resident morale | 4.33 |
Less impressive interview experience | 2.33 |
Fewer research opportunities | 1.00 |
Less suitable parental leave attitudes | 0 |
Other | 6.67 |