I Need a Sign: The Growing Need for a Signaling Mechanism to Improve the Residency Match

Increased attention has been directed toward the radiation oncology interview application process, as the COVID19 crisis threatens to exacerbate its many longstanding inefficiencies.1-3 A signaling mechanism, by which applicants can send a signal indicating strong interest to a strictly limited number of programs, has been discussed in other specialties to remedy similar inefficiencies4-6 and will be implemented this application cycle by otolaryngology residency programs. We strongly believe our field should similarly take a leading role on this initiative this application cycle.
Source: International Journal of Radiation Oncology * Biology * Physics - Category: Radiology Authors: Tags: Education and Training Source Type: research