Nomogram to predict successful placement in surgical subspecialty fellowships using applicant characteristics.

Purpose: The purpose of the study was to develop a model that predicts an individual applicant's probability of successful placement into a surgical subspecialty fellowship program.

Methods: Candidates who applied to surgical fellowships during a 3-year period were identified in a set of databases that included the electronic application materials.

Results: Of the 1281 applicants who were available for analysis, 951 applicants (74%) successfully placed into a colon and rectal surgery, thoracic surgery, vascular surgery, or pediatric surgery fellowship.