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This study aims to identify predictors of success in the 2024 Core Surgical Training selection process, addressing equity in selection.

SRS03 - Gatekeepers of surgery: differential attainment in 2024 Core Surgical Training selection

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This retrospective analysis reveals predictors of success in CST selection, highlighting disparities among candidates.

This study aims to identify predictors of success in the 2024 Core Surgical Training selection process, addressing equity in selection.
Conducted a retrospective cross-sectional analysis of anonymised applicant data from the UK.
Included candidates with complete demographic and outcome data.
Assessed associations using logistic regression for factors like gender, ethnicity, and age.
FY2 candidates had a higher likelihood of receiving job offers compared to non-FY2 candidates.
Female applicants had better odds of success than male applicants.
Applicants identifying as Asian, Black, or other ethnicities had lower odds of success.
Non-UK nationals and older applicants also had lower chances of receiving offers.
Applicants reporting disabilities had significantly increased odds of success.

Seehra et al. (2026) studied this question.

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