Table 3 Sex-specific multivariate analysis of experiences and motivation for choosing oncology

Rotation in a radiation oncology unit

0.190

< 0.001

0.019

0.697

Rotation in a medical oncology unit

0.227

0.010

0.289

< 0.001

My choice of specialty will allow me to cultivate long-term relationships with patients

0.129

0.204

0.129

0.021

My choice of specialty will allow me to focus on hospital care

0.175

0.443

0.214

< 0.001

I prefer to see immediate results from treatment

−0.107

0.114

−0.143

0.018

My choice of specialty will allow me to focus on emergency care

−0.121

0.521

−0.113

0.068

My choice of specialty will provide me with greater chances of practicing in a rural area

−0.094

0.014

−0.153

0.006

My choice of specialty will make preparation for the national ranking exam less difficult

−0.107

0.934

−0.043

0.421

My choice of specialty will allow me to have a strong association with clinical research

0.051

0.218

0.053

0.515

My choice of specialty will allow me to have a strong association with fundamental or technological research

0.063

< 0.001

0.029

0.721