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Background <p>The conversion to virtual interviews holds many benefits. However, lack of familiarity with the format may put residency applicants at a disadvantage.</p> Objective <p>To describe our experience after implementing a web-based system that allow students to rehearse virtual interviews and receive feedback.</p> Methods <p>Access to a virtual interview practice platform (VIPP) was provided to all students in the Indiana University School of Medicine Class of 2023. Use of the program was encouraged but not mandatory. The most utilized questions and most missed questions were reported. A cross-sectional survey was conducted via Qualtrics to assess student satisfaction. Descriptive statistics were performed using SPSS 29.0 and Chat GPT was used for thematic analysis.</p> Results <p>During the 2022-2023 year, 214 out of 365 students (58.6%) utilized the VIPP, and 29&#xa0;students completed the follow up survey. The most difficult questions were: “tell me about a failure”, “tell me about a mistake you made and what you learned” and “discuss a challenging patient.” Thematic analysis of survey responses identified three main themes: positive impact on interview preparation, mixed feedback on effectiveness and customization needs, and suggestions for improvement. Of those surveyed, 97% (N = 28) would recommend VIPP to students and the majority (N = 27, 93%) agreed that the resource prepared them for virtual interviews.</p> Conclusions <p>Students who used the VIPP felt the program prepared them well for virtual residency interviews. Given the importance of the interview in the residency application process, integration of this resource could assist students obtaining valuable interview practices.</p>

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Feasibility and Acceptability of A Self-Directed Virtual Interview Preparation Tool for Medical Students

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    2026年3月11日

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  • Anthony L. Shanks,
  • Ella Boardley,
  • Avery Dawes,
  • Ashley Holt,
  • Debra Rusk,
  • Emily Walvoord

摘要

Background

The conversion to virtual interviews holds many benefits. However, lack of familiarity with the format may put residency applicants at a disadvantage.

Objective

To describe our experience after implementing a web-based system that allow students to rehearse virtual interviews and receive feedback.

Methods

Access to a virtual interview practice platform (VIPP) was provided to all students in the Indiana University School of Medicine Class of 2023. Use of the program was encouraged but not mandatory. The most utilized questions and most missed questions were reported. A cross-sectional survey was conducted via Qualtrics to assess student satisfaction. Descriptive statistics were performed using SPSS 29.0 and Chat GPT was used for thematic analysis.

Results

During the 2022-2023 year, 214 out of 365 students (58.6%) utilized the VIPP, and 29 students completed the follow up survey. The most difficult questions were: “tell me about a failure”, “tell me about a mistake you made and what you learned” and “discuss a challenging patient.” Thematic analysis of survey responses identified three main themes: positive impact on interview preparation, mixed feedback on effectiveness and customization needs, and suggestions for improvement. Of those surveyed, 97% (N = 28) would recommend VIPP to students and the majority (N = 27, 93%) agreed that the resource prepared them for virtual interviews.

Conclusions

Students who used the VIPP felt the program prepared them well for virtual residency interviews. Given the importance of the interview in the residency application process, integration of this resource could assist students obtaining valuable interview practices.