A cross-sectional survey of fertility knowledge in obstetrics and gynecology residents.

ABSTRACT:

Background

To evaluate fertility knowledge among current Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN) residents using a recently published validated instrument, the Fertility and Infertility Treatment Knowledge Score (FIT-KS).

Methods

OB-GYN residents in the United States were recruited through an email to all residency coordinators nationwide. They were asked to voluntarily respond to a short questionnaire including demographic information and the FIT-KS instrument, through an online survey platform. Of approximately 5000 OB-GYN residents in the country, 177 responded.

Results

The sample was 91% female, with 69% between the ages of 26 and 30. Participants evenly represented all 4 years of training. Mean FIT-KS score was 21.2 (73% correct; range 17-26). No statistically signifi

SUBMITTER: Roberts LM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7724860 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature