If you are a residency re-applicant, understanding why previous attempts were not successful is imperative. There is no sense in trying the same thing over and over again, especially if it didn’t work the first time. Luckily, there ARE ways to improve and optimize both your application and your application strategy. Some potential weaknesses that
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If you’re thinking about participating in the Couples Match, this article is for you! Here, we’ll go over everything you need to know from who is eligible for the Couples Match to creating your Rank Order List. Let’s start from the beginning. The Couples Match Any two residency applicants can choose to participate in the
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The pathway to practicing medicine in the US is lengthy and can be overwhelming. There are many components, but here we’ll provide you with a step-by-step guide on where to start. Overview: Practicing Medicine in the US Let’s start from the beginning. As a non-US citizen who wants to practice medicine in the US, you
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Well-prepared residency candidates are those who apply with a strong, cohesive ERAS Application. To do this, it’s crucial to know what elements of the application Program Directors are most concerned with. The NRMP®’s 2021-22 Program Director Survey provides a wealth of information that can point you in the right direction. The NRMP® conducts a bi-annual
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Interviewing with residency programs is one of the final bridges you’ll cross before Matching. It is the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and, well, blood, sweat, and tears. With so much at stake, it’s no wonder many applicants feel nervous, anxious, and even some trepidation when facing interviews. Keep reading for six strategies
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If you applied to more than one specialty, and your background and CV are better aligned with one than the other, it’s possible you’ll be asked by a program director if you are in fact applying to multiple fields. So, it’s important to be prepared for interviewing with secondary specialties. Be Upfront You might initially
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The USMLE Step 1 exam will become Pass/Fail beginning on January 26, 2022. No numerical scores will be reported for any applicant who takes the exam on or after that date. Scores for applicants who take the exam prior to January 26, 2022, on the other hand, will be reported numerically on the USMLE transcript.
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Perhaps one of the most difficult to answer interview questions is often the first asked: “Tell me about yourself.” In this blog, we’ll share strategies on how to prepare a winning answer to this question. Understand your interviewer’s intentions: “Tell me about yourself.” First, don’t misunderstand your interviewer’s intention when they ask you to “Tell
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When a program selects you for an interview, it’s because they’ve reviewed your application carefully and like what they see. It’s likely that if you asked the program, “Why me?” They’d have a good reason! So, when the program asks you “Why us?” be ready to wow them with your answer. This blog will help
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You already know how important your residency interviews are. Still, you might be struggling when it comes to ensuring you are polished, prepared, and intentional in each residency interview. In this blog, we’ll share tips and advice so you can make a positive and lasting impression. Polished and Professional The first topic is how to
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