Preparing for Residency

Making the most of your residency applications

Access insider tips to help transform your residency applications from good to great.

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Consider these resources your roadmap to crafting the perfect medical residency application. From personal statements to letters of recommendation, we’ve got you covered.

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For future physicians, knowing your standing as an applicant and applying based on that information is a wise approach to residency selection.

 

 

 


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From letters of recommendation to your CV, what does a complete residency application package entail and where might students trip up?

 

 

 


Residency application: Dos and don'ts

It’s not uncommon for residency applicants to rank more than one specialty. A former dual applicant and current OB-GYN resident gives advice on how it can be done effectively.

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As aspiring residents narrow options, how should one get a comprehensive view of the strength of their residency application? One doctor shares her thoughts.

 

 

 


Residency application: Away rotations

One residency director offers tips to help visiting students thrive clinically and stand out to potential future colleagues during away rotations.

 

 

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