| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9399831 | Current Surgery | 2005 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Although much concern has been expressed over the declining numbers of medical students interested in surgery, loss of residents after matching in general surgery is an equally significant problem. In our program over a 13-year period, 20 out 120 residents, or 17% dropped out or were released. The attrition rate for females (27%) was approximately twice that of males (13%), with 7 out of 9 females (78%) leaving for lifestyle reasons.
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Authors
Thomas F. MD, Alexandra L.B. MD,