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Preparing for Residency

Preparing for Residency. Preparation. Know thyself Strengths Weaknesses Goals/objectives Maximize options. Preparation. Know how the match process works Consult references AOA/Student Affairs materials/website Student Affairs Office Residency Directors Residents NBME 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 process works • Consult references • AOA/Student Affairs materials/website • Student Affairs Office • Residency Directors • Residents • NBME website

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

  5. Application • Prepare carefully • Proofread, Proofread, Proofread, and then have someone else proofread it again! • List only those things that are legitimate

  6. Application • Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE, AKA Dean’s Letter) • Come prepared • Extracurricular activities • Leadership positions • Work History

  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

  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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