residency matching

Residency matching is a process where medical school graduates enter specialized training programs through a structured system. After completing medical school, graduates apply to various residency programs—hospitals offering advanced training in fields like surgery or pediatrics. Both applicants and programs submit preferences, and a computer algorithm matches them based on mutual choices, aiming for the best overall pairing. This process ensures an organized, fair distribution of new doctors into residencies across the country, helping hospitals find suitable trainees and graduates find positions in their chosen specialties.