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Table 4 Results of program directors’ answers on interview preference and selection process

From: Factors influencing the selection criteria of Saudi board orthopedic surgery applicants: a national survey of program directors

Question

Program Director Response

Question 1

 How is the interview done at your program?

  In person

59.1%

  Virtually

9.1%

  Mixed

31.8%

Question 2

 Do you prefer interviews to be done in person or virtually?

  In person

95.5%

  Virtually

4.5%

Question 3

 Do you believe that virtual interviews are limiting your resident selection?

  Yes

81.8%

  No

18.2%

Question 4

 What is your satisfaction with the current selection process?

  Very satisfied

27.3%

  Somewhat satisfied

31.8%

  Neutral

18.2%

  Somewhat dissatisfied

22.7%

  Very dissatisfied

0.0%