Updated Trends in Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Selection: Insights After the United States Medical Licensing Examination Step 1 Pass/Fail Transition

The Step 1 scoring has prompted shifts in applicant behavior, including increased research involvement and a maintained focus on Step 2 CK scores. The surge in research productivity suggests an increased focus on academic achievements in the absence of Step 1 scores. However, current data suggest a possible disconnect between applicant efforts and PD priorities, highlighting the need for greater participation in future research to clarify how these evolving priorities will influence selection practices.