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Data Collection Process

Benefits of GME Track

Research and Data Requests

Frequently Asked Questions

GME Track Data Collection Process

The National GME Census is completed by residency program directors and Institutional Officials. The Census is comprised of two components: The Resident and Program surveys. Resident and program data are confirmed annually, but can be updated year-round.

The Program Survey collects detailed information about each residency program and is used to update FREIDA Online™, and the Graduate Medical Education Directory otherwise known as the Green Book. The Resident survey collects training status and biographical information on each resident and fellow, which is used for a variety of purposes including:

Monitor career choices of medical school graduates
Analyze impact of market forces on GME
Physician workforce studies
Specialty specific analyses

Programs and Sponsors

With the combination of the two surveys, the data collected in the Census are used by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and the American Medical Association (AMA). Program Directors and GME Administrators no longer have to complete duplicate surveys.

To provide value back to the Programs and Institutions, the data collected in GME Track are available throughout the year. The GME Track Reports module allows users to view and download resident data from their own program or institution.

Medical Schools

Medical Schools can request training information on their prior years' graduates. Please contact the GME Track Help Desk at (202) 862-6171 for assistance.

Note:

For information regarding the confidentiality of the data, please read the Data Disclosure Statement or contact the GME Track Help Desk with any additional questions.