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Medical School Interview: Interviewer’s Perspective

Gain insight into the interview process from the perspective of a medical school interviewer. Learn how to effectively sell yourself as a deserving candidate and the institution as a desirable choice. Discover key tips for preparation and conveying your motivation for medicine.

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Medical School Interview: Interviewer’s Perspective

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  1. Medical School Interview: Interviewer’s Perspective Jayant P. Shenai, MD Professor of Pediatrics

  2. Goals • Important element in the review process • Dual purpose - sell yourself as a deserving candidate - sell ourselves as a deserving institution • Express your genuine motivation • Show your personal attributes - academic credentials - personality traits

  3. My Preparation • Dedicated time for the interview • Reading of the application - access to whole application except secondary essay and reference letters • Putting the candidate at ease • Providing a tour of the facilities

  4. Your Preparation • Wear optimal attire • Display a good level of confidence • Show ease of communication • Express your motivation for medicine - avoid cliché expressions • Convince the interviewer about your potential in medicine • Know about the institution and interviewer

  5. Elements for Exploration • Research experience - your specific role in research • Clinical exposure - your depth of involvement • Teaching experience • Leadership activities • Broad experiences • Enhancement of diversity

  6. My Concluding Assignments • Write a detailed narrative - consistent with final evaluation • Give recommendation with a score - 1.0 – 1.5 .... immediate admit - 1.6 – 2.4 .... high wait list - 2.5 – 3.9 .... low wait list - 4.0 – 5.0 .... reject

  7. Conclusions • Provide an honest appraisal • Prepare for the interview • Convince the interviewer regarding your fitness for a career in medicine • Let the actions match your words • Hope for the best

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