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Geographical distribution and match trends of osteopathic residents in otolaryngology residency programs: a cross-sectional analysis

By JOM Staff

12.01.25

Following the implementation of the Single Accreditation System (SAS) in 2020, the integration of osteopathic and allopathic residency programs has reshaped access to surgical specialties. Despite these efforts, osteopathic medical graduates remain underrepresented in otolaryngology residencies, with historical concentration in a few Midwestern states and limited access to home residency programs.