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Abortion Ban Impact on Residency Applicants: ACOG Weighs In

ACOG "is thankful for the passion and the commitment of those future obstetrician–gynecologists who have demonstrated a fierce dedication to the field in the face of dangerous legislative interference."

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5 Key Takeaways

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    The AAMC report indicates a decline in U.S. MD applicants to residency programs in states with abortion bans from 2020 to 2024.

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    From 2022 to 2024, all specialties saw a decrease in applicants, with states having abortion bans experiencing a more significant decline.

  • 3

    ObGyn residency programs in states with abortion bans faced a -6.7% decrease in applicants, while states without bans saw a 0.4% increase.

  • 4

    Dr. AnnaMarie Connolly expressed concerns that abortion bans discourage medical students from pursuing residency in affected states.

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    Residency programs in states with abortion bans are adapting by incorporating alternative abortion training methods for their residents.

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