Table 2

Analysis of orthopedic surgery residency programs’ utilization of online and social media tools as of Nov. 23, 2020

FactorNo. of programs
Statement to address COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on upcoming match posted on website0/17
Virtual program information event scheduled on AFMC online calendar12/17
Resident profiles (e.g., photos, name, bio, contact info) on website7/17
Residency curriculum posted on website6/17
Active research updates or blog postings on website4/17
Active use of Instagram9/17
Active use of Twitter2/17
Active use of Facebook1/17
  • AFMC = Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada.