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How to prepare for a US residency interview?

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As the residency match is getting more competitive each year, medical students must distinguish themselves from thousands of others in the residency interview.Data from the NRMP Program Director Survey calls attention to the importance of the interview on Match performance. Performance during the residency interview is the most important factor used by residency programs to rank applicants [1].Before diving into the interview preparation, it is essential to acknowledge that applying to the right programs is the key. According to some studies, completing away rotations in the program and selecting programs with which applicants have geographic connections are highly likely to receive interview offers [2]. This article has compiled some tips and suggestions that could help medical students navigate this challenging process.

California Institute of Behavioral Neurosciences and Psychology LLC

Navya Sakhamuri Shivani Ishwarya Muthanna

Journal For International Medical Graduates

Title: How to prepare for a US residency interview?

Description:

As the residency match is getting more competitive each year, medical students must distinguish themselves from thousands of others in the residency interview.

Data from the NRMP Program Director Survey calls attention to the importance of the interview on Match performance.

Performance during the residency interview is the most important factor used by residency programs to rank applicants [1].

Before diving into the interview preparation, it is essential to acknowledge that applying to the right programs is the key.

According to some studies, completing away rotations in the program and selecting programs with which applicants have geographic connections are highly likely to receive interview offers [2].

This article has compiled some tips and suggestions that could help medical students navigate this challenging process.

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