Table 2 Results of program director rankings from the questionnaire
Rank | Residency Selection Criteria | Program Directors, Mean* |
|---|---|---|
1 | Good impression in an interview | 9.18 ± 1.09 |
2 | Prior experience in orthopedics, such as with electives | 8.95 ± 1.39 |
3 | Performance on ethical questions during interviews | 8.82 ± 1.86 |
4 | Experience and knowledge in research demonstrated by publications and courses | 7.82 ± 0.90 |
5 | Presenting posters or oral presentations at events | 7.82 ± 1.86 |
6 | Letters of recommendation | 7.32 ± 2.12 |
7 | Attending courses and conferences related to orthopedic surgery | 7.32 ± 2.14 |
8 | SMLE score† | 6.91 ± 2.50 |
9 | GPA† | 6.86 ± 1.95 |
10 | Attaining a post-graduate degree | 5.55 ± 6.50 |
11 | Inability to get into an orthopedic program from initial attempt | 5.14 ± 2.80 |