Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Quiz

What is the primary focus of REI physicians?

• Treating heart diseases

• Managing diabetes

• Performing surgeries

• Helping patients with infertility

Which of the following is a common infertility treatment?

• Physical therapy

• Intrauterine insemination (IUI)

• Radiation therapy

• Chemotherapy

What is the main difference between academic and private REI practice?

• Academic focuses on research and teaching, private on clinical practice

• Private focuses on research, academic on clinical practice

• Academic focuses on surgeries, private on consultations

• Both focus equally on research and clinical practice

What is a common misconception about REI?

• It is only for male and female couples

• It is a very easy specialty

• It involves a lot of surgeries

• It is not a recognized medical field

How long is the training to become an REI physician?

• 2 years of residency and 2 years of fellowship

• 6 years of residency only

• 4 years of residency and 3 years of fellowship

• 4 years of medical school only

What is the match rate for REI fellowship applicants?

• 30%

• 90%

• 70%

• 50%

What is a significant challenge for REI physicians?

• Managing unsuccessful fertility treatments

• Performing daily surgeries

• Handling emergency room cases

• Dealing with heart surgeries

What is a rewarding aspect of being an REI physician?

• Seeing a baby's first heartbeat after helping a patient conceive

• Performing complex surgeries

• Managing a large team of doctors

• Traveling frequently for work

What is the median salary for REI physicians according to the 2020 MGMA report?

• $600,000

• $350,000

• $457,000

• $250,000

What is an important component of REI training?

• Research and basic sciences

• Pediatric care

• Advanced surgical techniques

• Emergency medicine