Perceptions of research experience during internal medicine training: insights from a national survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is limited insights into how internal medicine (IM) residents perceive research. This study aimed to assess residents' perceptions across five domains: well-being, research competence, research support, effect on training, and research quality.

Methods

In 2022, a survey instrument was developed to assess residents' perceptions of research across five domains. All IM programs listed in Fellowship and Residency Electronic Interactive Database (FREIDA) were contacted by email, and residents were invited to participate.

Results

A total of 530 residents from 67 IM programs completed our survey. Just over 80% of respondents had participated in research during residency. Residents were dissatisfied with research opportunities and infrastructure but viewed re

SUBMITTER: Alhuneafat L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12291192 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature