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Generational Differences and Resident Selection

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Generational differences and their impact on the relationships between currently practicing physicians and incoming residents are a topic of great importance. Baby boomers and Generation X are our faculty members tasked with educating the incoming millennial residents. A proper understanding of our different values and motivations can lead to improved resident training practices and overall improved preparedness for the next generation of physicians. The resident selection process is also affected by generational differences. Evaluating the quality of the data available to aid in resident selection as well as incorporating our knowledge of the millennial generation is key to building a strong residency program. USMLE performance, letters of recommendation, and the interview process can be improved upon to maximize accurate resident selection. The purpose of this chapter is to explore what is known about the three generations currently in the workforce and how we can apply our understanding of the youngest generation to the resident interview and selection process.

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  1. Department of Urology, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI, USA

    Alison C. Keenan, Thomas G. Leffler & Patrick H. McKenna

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Keenan, A.C., Leffler, T.G., McKenna, P.H. (2018). Generational Differences and Resident Selection. In: Köhler, T., Schwartz, B. (eds) Surgeons as Educators . Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-64728-9_10

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