Video Interviews vs In-Person Interviews for Neurology Residency
Author Information
Author(s): William Alexander Dalrymple MD, Robin Ulep MD, Jeffrey B. Ratliff MD, Joseph Carrera MD, Alan Wang MD, James T. Patrie MS, Andrew M. Southerland MD
Primary Institution: University of Virginia
Hypothesis
What are the resident perspectives on virtual versus in-person residency interviews?
Conclusion
Residents who interviewed virtually applied to more programs but had a lower success rate for interview offers compared to those who interviewed in-person.
Supporting Evidence
- 41.7% of residents interviewed in-person, while 58.3% interviewed virtually.
- Applicants who interviewed virtually applied to nearly double the number of programs as those who interviewed in-person.
- In-person applicants spent a median of $2,750 on interviews compared to $40 for virtual applicants.
- 96% of in-person interviewers preferred in-person interviews.
- Residents who interviewed in-person felt more confident in assessing program culture.
Takeaway
This study asked neurology residents if they liked virtual or in-person interviews better. Most liked in-person interviews because they felt they could understand the program better, even though they cost a lot more.
Methodology
A survey was distributed to neurology residents across 5 institutions, focusing on interview experiences and preferences.
Potential Biases
Potential recall bias and lack of demographic tracking may affect the results.
Limitations
The study did not include demographic data, which could provide more context to the findings.
Participant Demographics
Residents from 5 neurology programs across the United States.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p < 0.001
Confidence Interval
95% CI $2,000–3,500
Statistical Significance
p < 0.001
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