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Recruitment Challenges for Physician Training in Occupational and Environmental Medicine.

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https://doi.org/10.1097/jom.0000000000003406
Abstract

Objective

Characterize experiences of current and recent trainees of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (OEM) to inform recruitment.

Methods

In fall 2023 a survey was sent to 115 current OEM residents and approximately 250 alumni from the previous five years regarding demographics, career motivations, and experience with application/training process.

Results

The response rate was 54% (62/115) for current residents and approximately 22% (56/~250) for alumni. Only 20% learned about OEM before internship and 41% applied to only one program. The top 3 features of training programs were quality/support of faculty, research opportunities, and family/geographic preference. 84% support a combined/paired internship program.

Conclusions

The survey highlights challenges in recruitment to OEM, suggesting the need for increased outreach to medical students, opening/reopening programs in new geographic areas, and exploring combined/paired internship programs.

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