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Preparing for Residency

Preparation. Know thyselfStrengthsWeaknessesGoals/objectivesMaximize options. Preparation. Know how the Match/residency interviewing process worksConsult referencesAOA/Student Affairs materials/websiteAAMC website/publicationStudent Affairs OfficeResidency DirectorsResidentsNBME website

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Preparing for Residency

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    1. Preparing for Residency

    2. Preparation Know thyself Strengths Weaknesses Goals/objectives Maximize options

    3. Preparation Know how the Match/residency interviewing process works Consult references AOA/Student Affairs materials/website AAMC website/publication Student Affairs Office Residency Directors Residents NBME website First Aid for the Match book ** Current 4th year students **

    4. Preparation Choosing your specialty Okay to be uncertain at this point Keep options open Transition year

    5. Application Prepare carefully List only those things that are legitimate Don’t over think your personal statement (i.e., keep it simple) Don’t plagiarize! Proofread, Proofread, Proofread, and then have someone else proofread it again!

    6. Application Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE, AKA Dean’s Letter) Conducted July, August, September Have CV completed beforehand CV also needed for letter writers Come prepared Extracurricular activities Leadership positions Work History Unique qualities/experiences

    7. Interviews Factors to consider Competitiveness Finances Be practical Do your homework

    8. Interviews Scheduling Call early Be courteous and professional at all times Be efficient and practical

    9. Interviews Be prepared Do your homework Have questions ready (for both faculty/residents) Be able to summarize your Strengths/Weaknesses What you expect to gain from training Career goals

    10. Interviews Questions to ask Strengths/Weaknesses of the program Curriculum/teaching Responsibilities Call schedule Supervision/Back-up Accreditation

    11. Interviews Attire Business Versatility/Durability Topcoat

    12. Interviews Be on time Check out the location the night before Call ahead if you are going to be late If you decide to cancel a visit, notify the program as soon as possible

    13. Interviews Courteous Polite Professional Interested/Engaged Informed

    14. Interviews Relax Personable Act interested Convey your strengths Explain your weaknesses

    15. Follow-up Send personalized thank you notes Handwritten is fine, but must be legible Call or send a follow-up letter prior to ranking programs

    16. Miscellaneous Electives Couple match

    17. Rank List List only programs that you would be willing to attend List programs from greatest preference to least DO NOT rank any program that you do not want to attend

    18. Rank List Trust no one Do not divulge to programs how you are ranking them

    19. Summary Preparation Utilize available resources Be realistic Maximize your options

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