Ghost Publications and Research Misrepresentation in the 2023–2024 Plastic Surgery Common Application

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James E. Fanning · Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Daniela Lee · Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Kirsten Schuster · Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

John B. Park · Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Maria J. Escobar‐Domingo · Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Vikas Bommineni · Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Angelica Hernandez Alvarez

Abstract

Several types of discrepancies between self-reported and verified research publications were identified in PSCA applications. Discrepancies may result from PSCA prompt misinterpretation, inadvertent misclassification, or applicant misrepresentation or falsification. Efforts to standardize the reporting and verification of research in residency applications are needed.

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Diversity and Career in Medicine Innovations in Medical Education Meta-analysis and systematic reviews

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Published in: Annals of Plastic Surgery

Volume 94, Issue 4S, pp. S322-S326

DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000004274

Field-Weighted Citation Impact: 7.54

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Ghost Publications and Research Misrepresentation in the 2023–2024 Plastic Surgery Common Application

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