NRMP proposed Rank Order List lock functionality

[Joni Roberts]

The National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) is evaluating the utility of a proposed Rank Order List (ROL) Lock functionality for programs and requests your input.  https://www.nrmp.org/about/news/2023/03/nrmp-call-for-public-comment-consideration-of-voluntary-locking-functionality-for-program-rank-order-lists/

Summary and Request for Public Comment

For the application and recruitment phases of the transition to residency to be effective, they must offer the most transparency and insight as possible for applicants and programs to make meaningful, educated decisions about ranking. The virtual platform remains a primary format for interviews and one that is heralded by both applicants and programs as an effective way in which to broaden consideration of training programs and candidates while also helping reduce costs of an already costly endeavor. Nonetheless, the limited ability to determine alignment of personal and professional goals and outcomes through virtual interviewing begs consideration of new features and processes that could leverage the format without also creating harm or additional burden on applicants.

To that end, the NRMP Board is soliciting public comment on the perceived benefits and risks with implementation of a voluntary program ROL “lock” concept. The public comment period will be open through April 19, 2023, and may be accessed at: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7250540/Public-Comment-Survey-on-Program-Rank-Order-List-Lock-Functionality-2023

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