A retrospective longitudinal study of students’ residency choices at the French medical ranking exam

Key Points

• Evolving residency choices in medical students underscore important demographic shifts in France.
• The longitudinal study covers a comprehensive 13-year period, tracking substantial trends in student demographics.
• Analysis of residency choices demonstrates valuable insights into changing preferences and potential educational outcomes.
• Findings highlight the significance of understanding these trends for future medical education policy and practice.