Publication date: Aug 01, 2025
To evaluate all ACGME-accredited otolaryngology residency programs by reviewing websites and social media to determine if there is a correlation between program ranking and online presence. Findings will identify key considerations for perceived program reputation and areas of improvement. This study was a cross-sectional analysis of programs. This study took place between April and June 2024. Four independent reviewers evaluated the program websites using an online tool that assessed each program on both recruitment and education criteria; composite scores were used for the data analysis. A second section of the evaluation tool analyzed the social media presence of the residency programs. Programs were grouped based on the latest Doximity program ranking in groups of 25, with Group 1 being the top 25 and Group 5 being the bottom 25 plus unranked programs. Programs in Group 5 had worse website evaluation scores (p
| Concepts | Keywords |
|---|---|
| Doximity | medical education |
| June | resident education |
| Otolaryngology | training program |
| Websites |