Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship applicant selection and ranking: A survey of Society of Surgical Oncology programs.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

In 2003, the Society of Surgical Oncology (SSO) initiated a breast surgical oncology fellowship, which has now grown to 60 SSO accredited programs as of 2021. Limited knowledge exists on the traits of successful applicants and the factors influencing the rank list.

Methods

A web-based, anonymous survey was sent to all SSO Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship program directors. The survey consisted of 26 questions. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze survey responses and evaluate impact on applicant interview and rank list.

Results

Thirty-four programs (57% response rate) completed the survey. Programs received an average of 70 applications and granted 24 interviews. Most programs reported a minimum ABSITE cut-off score (n = 28, 82%) an

SUBMITTER: Hedges EA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10691500 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature