Effect of COVID-19 on Geographic Distribution of the Integrated Plastic Surgery Match.

ABSTRACT:

Background

COVID-19 had significant impact on the 2021 integrated plastic surgery match, most notably through cancellation of away rotations and virtual interviews. While previous studies have analyzed geographic outcomes of the match in prior years, the effects of COVID-19 have not been determined. This study aims to contribute 2021 match data to determine the effects of COVID-19 on the geographic distribution of the integrated plastic surgery match.

Methods

Official match results for each program were populated by searching official program institutional websites and social media pages. Trainees' home medical institutions and current integrated plastic surgery residency programs were noted. Statistical analysis compared geographic distribution in COVID-19 affected (2021) a

SUBMITTER: Om A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8225370 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature