The 8 most important factors for physicians seeking their 1st residency

Young residents going into medicine in 2023 see a healthy work-life balance as the most important factor in choosing their first residency opportunity, according to Medscape’s 2023 “Resident Salary & Debt Report,” published Sept. 13. 

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The most important factors for physicians seeking their first residency: 

Note: Respondents were allowed to choose three most important factors.

1. Expected work-life balance: 76 percent 

2. Starting compensation: 71 percent 

3. Supportive organizational/practice environment: 55 percent 

4. Potential for career advancement: 26 percent 

5. Amount of staff support: 25 percent 

6. Educational/professional growth opportunities: 20 percent

7. Patient population: 13 percent 

8. Prestige of the organization/practice: 11 percent

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