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The objective of this analysis was to assess the practical value of th
e training experience for graduates of U.S. internal medicine residenc
ies. Six alumni surveys were selected for analysis, wherein training i
tems were grouped into comparable categories. Results of the studies w
ere compared, using simultaneous preparation/importance ratings as the
basis for assessment of items in each category. Six recent alumni sur
veys depict internal medicine residency training as a technical experi
ence, wherein basic skills and practice-related issues may be underemp
hasized. Such surveys are useful for periodic re-evaluation of program
goals and outcomes.