Since 1997, a random sample of third-year pediatrics residents have been surveyed as they complete their residency training each year. Residents are asked about their residency training experiences, career intentions, and job search experience. A set of core survey questions are asked each year along with a smaller set of theme questions that vary from year to year. There have been a number of themes over the years including:

• Interest in part-time employment
• Attitudes toward research
• Resident duty-hours experiences and attitudes
• Oral health training and attitudes
• Mental health training and attitudes

The AAP is most grateful to residents who generously give of their time to complete the Graduating Resident Survey.